Sei un coglione!
You're an idiot!
Language note: 'Coglione' is a vulgar term meaning testicle.
Culture note: A common insult for someone perceived as an idiot or fool.
Context: Marco's cousin shrugs and says he was just 'having fun'.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Sei
[say]
You are
Used to describe a characteristic of someone.
Sei davvero gentile.
You are really kind.
un
[oon]
a
Indefinite article.
Sei un amico vero.
You are a true friend.
coglione
[koh-LYOH-neh]
Idiot
An offensive term for someone considered stupid.
Lui è un vero coglione a volte.
He is a real idiot sometimes.
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