restare a bocca aperta

/reˈstaːre a ˈbokka aˈpɛrta/
phraseIntermediateidiom
informal

to be left speechless, to be dumbfounded, to be flabbergasted

Quando ho visto il prezzo, sono rimasto a bocca aperta.

When I saw the price, I was left speechless.

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This phrase is often used to express surprise or shock.

Synonyms

Related Phrases

restare senza paroleidiom
to be left without words

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in informal conversations.

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