arrabbiarsi
to get angry
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/ar.rabˈbjar.si/
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Cultural Note
Arrabbiarsi is reflexive, emphasizing that anger is something that happens to you. In Italian culture, a brief outburst of anger followed by quick reconciliation is normal in close relationships — holding grudges is generally frowned upon more than the anger itself.
📝 Example Sentences
Non ti arrabbiare per così poco.
Don't get angry over such a small thing.
Si arrabbia facilmente quando è stanco.
He gets angry easily when he's tired.
Mi sono arrabbiata con lui ieri sera.
I got angry with him last night.