cadere dalle nuvole

/kaˈdeːre ˈdalle ˈnuːvole/
idiomIntermediateidiom
informal

to be utterly surprised or shocked; to be caught off guard

Sono caduto dalle nuvole quando ho sentito la notizia.

I was shocked when I heard the news.

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This idiom is used to describe a strong emotional reaction to unexpected news or events.

Related Phrases

essere sorpresoidiom
to be surprised

📝Usage Notes

This idiom is commonly used in informal conversations.

Dizionario Italiano-Inglese