The Italian expression fare una figuraccia means “to embarrass yourself” or “make a bad impression.”
Italians use this expression when something awkward, embarrassing, or uncomfortable happens.
Example:
“Ho fatto una figuraccia.”
I embarrassed myself.
Another example:
“Non voglio fare una figuraccia.”
I don’t want to make a fool of myself.
You may hear this expression before meetings, presentations, social situations, or whenever someone feels nervous about making mistakes.
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