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essere arrabbiato
/ˈɛs.se.re ar.rab.ˈbja.to/
to be angry
Sono arrabbiato perché ho perso le chiavi.
I'm angry because I lost my keys.
informal
To be in a state of anger or irritation; to feel strong displeasure or annoyance.
Mio fratello è sempre arrabbiato quando non ottiene ciò che vuole.
My brother is always angry when he doesn't get what he wants.
Non essere arrabbiato con me, ho fatto un errore.
Don't be angry with me, I made a mistake.
This phrase is commonly used in everyday conversations to express anger or frustration. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, though it is more frequently used in informal settings.
Collocations
essere arrabbiato con qualcunoto be angry with someoneessere arrabbiato per qualcosato be angry about something
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'essere arrabbiato' in formal contexts, while 'essere incazzato' is more appropriate for informal or casual conversations.
Gold Rule
Gender Agreement
The adjective 'arrabbiato' must agree in gender and number with the subject. For example, 'Sono arrabbiata' (I am angry, female speaker) and 'Siamo arrabbiati' (we are angry, male speakers).
Word Origin
The phrase 'essere arrabbiato' comes from the verb 'essere' (to be) and the adjective 'arrabbiato', which derives from the verb 'arrabbiare' (to anger). The root 'rab-' is related to the Latin 'rabies' (rage).
Usage Notes
While 'essere arrabbiato' is the most common way to say 'to be angry' in Italian, 'essere incazzato' is a more informal and stronger expression. 'Essere furioso' is also used but is slightly more formal.
Word Breakdown
essere
to be
verbarrabbiato
angry
adjectiveDizionario Italiano-Inglese