Italian Idioms #12: Essere A Pezzi
The Italian expression essere a pezzi literally translates to “to be in pieces,” but Italians use it to mean being exhausted, extremely tired, or worn out.
You may hear this phrase after work, travel, studying, or any busy day.
Example:
“Dopo il lavoro sono a pezzi.”
After work I’m exhausted.
In this lesson, practice pronunciation and learn how Italians naturally use this common expression.