hot potato in Italian

hot potato in Italian is patata calda, patata bollente.

hot potato in Italian

patata calda

noun

(uncountable) A child's game in which players pass a ball or other item between them, with the object of avoiding being left holding the item when time expires.

patata bollente

noun

(countable, idiomatic) An unwanted problem that is awkward or delicate.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "hot potato" in Italian?

"hot potato" in Italian is patata calda, patata bollente.

Are there other ways to say "hot potato" in Italian?

Yes — Italian has 2 translations listed for "hot potato": patata calda, patata bollente.

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