fregatura
What does fregatura mean? fregatura is a Italian mild that translates to “rip-off, scam, raw deal” in English.
Literal Translation
a rubbing / a rip-off
Meaning & Usage
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"rip-off, scam, raw deal"
A rip-off or a bad deal — the noun form of being 'fregato' (screwed over). 'Che fregatura!' is what every Italian tourist says when they see the bill at a restaurant near a major landmark. It captures the specific frustration of realizing you've been had.
Examples in the Wild
'Che fregatura!' — what a rip-off! 'Non è una fregatura?' — isn't that a scam? 'Mi sono preso una bella fregatura' — I really got ripped off.