Meaning
pinch
- a squeeze or nip of the skin between fingers
- a small pinch or nip sensation
In a sentence
La nonna gli ha dato un affettuoso pizzicotto sulla guancia.
The grandmother gave him an affectionate pinch on the cheek.
Perché continui a dare pizzicotti a tuo fratello minore?
Why do you keep pinching your younger brother?
Non ho sentito quel leggero pizzicotto sul braccio.
I didn't feel that light pinch on my arm.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| pizzicotto | masculine · singular |
| pizzicotti | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Commonly paired with dare: dare un pizzicotto a qualcuno (to give someone a pinch).