Meaning
set-up, sham, staging
- A theatrical staging or production
- A fake act, deceitful show, or elaborate pretence
In a sentence
La polizia ha scoperto che il furto era solo una messinscena.
The police discovered that the robbery was just a set-up.
La messinscena di questa tragedia teatrale ha ricevuto ottime recensioni.
The staging of this theatrical tragedy received excellent reviews.
Non lasciarti ingannare dalle sue lacrime, è tutta una messinscena.
Don't be fooled by his tears; it is all an act.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| messinscena | feminine · singular |
| messinscene | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Also spelt as two words ('messa in scena'). Plural is 'messinscene' or 'messe in scena'.