Che rompiscatole

Meaning: What an insufferable pest — someone who endlessly pesters and never lets you be.

Language: Italian

Literally: What a box-breaker

Category: Insult

Origin: Italian rompiscatole is a mild, everyday term for an annoying person; commonly used by children and grandmothers alike.

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