B1 Expression Neutral

fare buon viso

to smile through it

Meaning

To remain polite despite annoyance.

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Cultural Background

Often associated with professional stoicism in business. Linked to family honor and avoiding public conflict.

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Don't overthink it

Just remember the 'good face' part.

Meaning

To remain polite despite annoyance.

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Don't overthink it

Just remember the 'good face' part.

Test Yourself

Complete the idiom.

Devo ____ buon viso a cattivo gioco.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: fare

The verb used in this idiom is always 'fare'.

🎉 Score: /1

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the idiom. Fill Blank B1

Devo ____ buon viso a cattivo gioco.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: fare

The verb used in this idiom is always 'fare'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is a sincere description of behavior.

Related Phrases

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Ingoiare il rospo

similar

To swallow the toad

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