Che cazzo vuoi?
What the fuck do you want?
Language note: 'Cazzo' is a vulgar term for male genitalia but is used here to express frustration.
Culture note: Commonly used to confront someone who's bothering you.
Context: Marco encounters his annoying cousin who wants to borrow his new jacket without asking.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Che
[keh]
What
A question word, often used to ask something.
Mi ha chiesto: 'Che cazzo vuoi da me?'
He asked me: 'What the hell do you want from me?'
cazzo
[KAHT-tsoh]
F***
Rude slang for male genitalia, used as an intensifier.
Che cazzo stai facendo?
What the f*** are you doing?
vuoi
[VWOH-ee]
Do you want
An informal way to ask someone's desire.
Che vuoi per cena?
What do you want for dinner?
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