Italian Word for the Week: “Sfogarsi”

WOman walking in nature to let off steam - "Sfogarsi"

In today’s fast-paced and stressful world, it’s important to find healthy ways to cope with difficult emotions. One such way is through “sfogarsi”, an Italian word that describes the act of releasing pent-up feelings… Sfogarsi, meaning ‘let off steam’/’vent’. The Italian word “sfogarsi” More...

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