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speak of the devil in Italian

speak of the devil in Italian is parli del diavolo e spuntano le corna.

speak of the devil in Italian

parli del diavolo e spuntano le corna

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(idiomatic, humorous) An expression sometimes used when a person mentioned in the current conversation happens to arrive on the scene.

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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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What is "speak of the devil" in Italian?

"speak of the devil" in Italian is parli del diavolo e spuntano le corna.

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