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To have a lump in one's throat (feeling of tightness or emotional constriction in the throat)
Mi è venuto un nodo alla gola quando ho visto quel film.
I got a lump in my throat when I saw that movie.
Non riesco a parlare, ho un nodo alla gola.
I can't speak, I have a lump in my throat.
This expression is often used to describe a physical sensation associated with strong emotions like sadness, nostalgia, or anxiety.
This phrase is almost always used to describe an emotional reaction, not a physical condition. Avoid using it in medical or literal contexts.
The phrase literally means 'to have a knot in the throat,' referring to the physical sensation of tightness that can occur when experiencing strong emotions.
This expression is commonly used in everyday Italian to describe emotional reactions, particularly those involving sadness or deep feeling. It is not used in formal or professional contexts.