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Non solo ‘in bocca al lupo’ - 8 Italian animal idioms | A Coffee Break with Michela
5 minutes Posted Oct 14, 2025 at 3:00 pm.
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Ready to learn new idioms in Italian? In this mini espresso lesson, Michela explores some Italian idioms inspired by animals, gli animali. 🐾 


Just like in English, animals in Italian are used to describe traits, habits, and everyday situations. You’ll learn how to say things like:


  • lento come una lumaca 🐌
  • sano come un pesce 🐟 
  • cavallo di battaglia 🎶
  • andare a letto con le galline 🌙🐓 


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