a face mișto
to make fun of, to mock
Beginner Phrase
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Pronunciation
/a ˈfa.tʃe ˈmiʃ.to/
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Cultural Note
While 'mișto' alone means 'cool,' the phrase 'a face mișto de cineva' means to mock or ridicule someone. Romanian humor is often sharp and self-deprecating, and this phrase captures the playful teasing that is central to Romanian social interactions.
📝 Example Sentences
Nu mai face mișto de mine!
Stop making fun of me!
Face mișto de toată lumea.
He makes fun of everyone.
Era doar o glumă, nu fac mișto.
It was just a joke, I'm not mocking you.