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ITALIAN GESTURES
PART 1
Headed to Italy?
These are the classic Italian hand gestures to know so you look like a local.

"CHE VUOI?"
What do you expect?
Italians are famous not only for their food, fashion, architecture and design, but also for their expressive body language. Gestures are a vital part of everyday communication in Italy and in this guide, we explore the most common and iconic Italian gestures.
Get ready to speak with your hands: the Italian way!
"NON C'È NIENTE"
No good


"NON IMPORTA"
I don't care
"LE CORNA"
Ward off luck


"CONTENTEZZA"
Contentment
"CONGRATULAZIONI"
Congratulations

From the book
"Supplemento al dizionario italiano"
by Bruno Munari
Published in 1963
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