restare a bocca aperta
/reˈsta.re a ˈbok.ka aˈper.ta/To be so surprised or astonished that one's mouth literally drops open in shock or wonder.
La bellezza del paesaggio mi ha lasciato a bocca aperta.
The beauty of the landscape left me amazed.
Il prezzo dell'appartamento era così alto che sono rimasto a bocca aperta.
The price of the apartment was so high that I was astonished.
This idiom is commonly used to express extreme surprise or astonishment, often in a positive or negative context.
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💡Pro Tip
Usage Tip
This idiom is often used to describe positive surprises, but it can also be used for negative or shocking surprises.
⚡Gold Rule
Rule of Thumb
Use this idiom when describing a reaction that is so strong it causes a physical response, like dropping your jaw.
📖Word Origin
The expression comes from the literal image of someone's mouth dropping open in surprise or shock, which is a common physical reaction to extreme astonishment.
📝Usage Notes
This idiom is widely used in both formal and informal contexts to describe a strong emotional reaction to something unexpected or extraordinary.