#221: Italian Idioms and Expressions with the Word “Chi”

Idioms are fixed expressions whose meanings can’t be understood literally and often reflect cultural wisdom. Learning them helps you sound natural, understand native speakers, and express ideas more vividly.

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Two Main Takeaways

  • Idioms appear constantly in conversation. For example: “Chi dorme non piglia pesci” literally means: “The one who sleeps doesn’t catch fish”. The real meaning is: “If you don’t take action, you miss opportunities”.
  • Another common Italian idiom with the word “chi” is: “Chi la fa, l’aspetti”, which can be literally translated with “The one who does it, awaits it”. The real meaning is: “What goes around comes around”.

Links Mentioned and Other Resources

  • CLICK HERE to listen to episode #204: How to Use the Italian Word “Dai”.
  • CLICK HERE to listen to episode #215: How to Express Quantities in Italian.
  • CLICK HERE to get the 30 Key Phrases for Your Italian Vacation guide, covering the most important phrases you need to know before going to Italy.

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