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frizzo — meaning in English

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English meaning

quip noun A short, clever, often slightly cutting remark made quickly in conversation.
witticism noun A clever and amusing remark.

Senses

frizzo is used for these senses in English:

quip A smart, sarcastic turn or jest; a taunt; a severe retort or comeback; a gibe.
witticism a witty remark; a bon mot; an epigram; a zinger.

quip — full definition

noun A short, clever, often slightly cutting remark made quickly in conversation.
verb To make such a remark.

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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”.

Related Italian words

battuta freddura arguzia spiritosaggine spiritosità