معنی
To speak honestly and directly.
زمینه فرهنگی
Tuscans are famous in Italy for their 'schiettezza' (frankness). They often use this idiom to contrast their directness with the perceived 'formality' of Northerners or the 'diplomacy' of Romans. While Italian business often relies on relationships and 'networking,' using this phrase in a meeting can be a powerful way to signal that you are a 'serious' and 'reliable' partner who doesn't play games. Bread and wine are the elements of the Eucharist. While the idiom is secular, the choice of these two specific items reinforces their status as the 'ultimate truths' in a historically Catholic society. On Italian Twitter (X) or Instagram, you'll often see the hashtag #PaneAlPane used by commentators who pride themselves on being 'politically incorrect' or brutally honest about current events.
The 'Senza Offesa' Buffer
If you're about to say something potentially hurtful, start with 'Senza offesa, ma diciamo pane al pane...' It softens the blow while maintaining your honesty.
Don't Overuse It
If you say this in every sentence, you'll sound aggressive or like you're trying too hard to be 'edgy.' Save it for the big truths.
معنی
To speak honestly and directly.
The 'Senza Offesa' Buffer
If you're about to say something potentially hurtful, start with 'Senza offesa, ma diciamo pane al pane...' It softens the blow while maintaining your honesty.
Don't Overuse It
If you say this in every sentence, you'll sound aggressive or like you're trying too hard to be 'edgy.' Save it for the big truths.
Regional Variations
In the South, people might be more indirect. Using this phrase there can be a very strong signal that you want to skip the small talk.
خودت رو بسنج
Completa la frase con le parole corrette.
Non mi piacciono le bugie, io dico sempre pane al ____ e vino al ____.
L'idioma corretto è 'pane al pane e vino al vino'.
Qual è il significato di questa espressione?
Quando un italiano dice 'Diciamo pane al pane e vino al vino', cosa intende?
L'espressione è un modo per dire che si vuole essere franchi.
Scegli la risposta migliore per completare il dialogo.
A: 'Non so come dirti che il tuo lavoro non mi piace...' B: 'Senti, non preoccuparti...'
B sta chiedendo ad A di essere diretto e onesto.
🎉 امتیاز: /3
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
بانک تمرین
3 تمرینهاNon mi piacciono le bugie, io dico sempre pane al ____ e vino al ____.
L'idioma corretto è 'pane al pane e vino al vino'.
Quando un italiano dice 'Diciamo pane al pane e vino al vino', cosa intende?
L'espressione è un modo per dire che si vuole essere franchi.
A: 'Non so come dirti che il tuo lavoro non mi piace...' B: 'Senti, non preoccuparti...'
B sta chiedendo ad A di essere diretto e onesto.
🎉 امتیاز: /3
سوالات متداول
5 سوالNot inherently. It's considered 'honest.' However, the truth itself can be rude depending on how you deliver it.
Yes, if the culture of your company values transparency. It's a professional way to say 'Let's be real.'
Sometimes people just say 'Diciamo pane al pane...', leaving the wine part implied.
The closest is 'To call a spade a spade' or 'To tell it like it is.'
No, it's never about food. It's always about communication.
عبارات مرتبط
Non avere peli sulla lingua
synonymTo speak one's mind without hesitation.
Parlare chiaro
similarTo speak clearly.
Senza peli sulla lingua
synonymFrankly/Bluntly.
Chiamare le cose con il loro nome
synonymTo call things by their name.
