Significado
To write something quickly.
Contexto cultural
In Italian offices, 'buttare giù' is often a collaborative act. A manager might ask a team to 'buttare giù' ideas on a whiteboard, emphasizing that no idea is too 'stupid' at this stage. Many famous Italian authors, like Italo Calvino, spoke about the importance of the 'brutta copia' (the ugly copy/rough draft). 'Buttare giù' is the verb of the 'brutta copia'. In the era of WhatsApp, 'buttare giù' has become the standard way to describe sending a quick, unedited voice note or text message. Italy is full of ancient buildings. The phrase 'buttare giù' is often used in heated political debates about whether to demolish (buttare giù) or restore (restaurare) old structures.
The 'Due Righe' Combo
Always pair 'buttare giù' with 'due righe' to sound 100% like a native. It's the most natural collocation.
Watch the Context
If you say 'Mi butta giù' without an object, people will think you are sad. Always specify what you are 'throwing down' if you mean writing.
Significado
To write something quickly.
The 'Due Righe' Combo
Always pair 'buttare giù' with 'due righe' to sound 100% like a native. It's the most natural collocation.
Watch the Context
If you say 'Mi butta giù' without an object, people will think you are sad. Always specify what you are 'throwing down' if you mean writing.
Sprezzatura
Use this phrase to show modesty about your work. It suggests you are talented enough to produce results quickly.
Ponte a prueba
Complete the sentence with the correct form of 'buttare giù'.
Ieri sera ___________ un paio di idee per il nuovo blog.
The past tense 'passato prossimo' with 'avere' is required for a completed action.
Which sentence uses 'buttare giù' in its emotional sense?
Scegli la frase corretta:
In this context, it means 'to be discouraged' or 'to feel sad'.
Fill in the missing part of the dialogue.
A: 'Hai già scritto l'articolo?' B: 'No, ma ora mi siedo e ___________.'
'Ne' refers to the article, and 'butto giù una bozza' is the natural way to say you'll draft it.
Match the meaning of 'buttare giù' to the situation.
Situazione: 'Il medico ti dà una medicina amara.'
In a medical context, it refers to the act of deglutition.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosIeri sera ___________ un paio di idee per il nuovo blog.
The past tense 'passato prossimo' with 'avere' is required for a completed action.
Scegli la frase corretta:
In this context, it means 'to be discouraged' or 'to feel sad'.
A: 'Hai già scritto l'articolo?' B: 'No, ma ora mi siedo e ___________.'
'Ne' refers to the article, and 'butto giù una bozza' is the natural way to say you'll draft it.
Situazione: 'Il medico ti dà una medicina amara.'
In a medical context, it refers to the act of deglutition.
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Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNo, it's not rude, but it is informal. Use it with friends and colleagues, but avoid it in formal letters to authorities.
Yes! You can 'buttare giù uno schizzo' (jot down a sketch).
'Scrivere' is neutral and general. 'Buttare giù' implies speed and a lack of polish.
Literally yes, but figuratively it just means 'onto paper' or 'into a digital format'.
You say 'L'ho buttato giù'.
Yes, it means to swallow something quickly, often because you are in a rush.
Yes, it is a standard expression used from Milan to Sicily.
You could say 'tirare su' (to cheer up).
Only if you are describing your creative process: 'Mi piace buttare giù molte idee prima di scegliere la migliore'.
It emphasizes the energy and lack of hesitation in the action.
Frases relacionadas
mettere nero su bianco
similarTo put something in writing formally.
buttare via
contrastTo throw away/discard.
mandare giù
similarTo swallow or to tolerate.
buttare giù i chili
specialized formTo lose weight quickly.
