In cera alla schiena
In wax on the back
Language note: 'Cera' means 'wax,' reminiscent of the Icarus myth.
Culture note: Icarus is a well-known figure in art, showing the dangers of hubris.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
In
[een]
In
Indicates location or position within a space.
Il gatto è in casa.
The cat is indoors.
cera
[CHEH-rah]
wax
A sticky, yellowish mouldable substance secreted by honeybees as the material of honeycomb.
La candela di cera si è sciolta.
The wax candle melted.
alla
[AH-lah]
to the
Indicates direction or location towards something.
Vai alla stazione.
Go to the station.
schiena
[SKEE-nah]
back
Part of the body from the neck to the waist, especially as seen from behind.
Mi fa male la schiena.
My back hurts.
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