Italian Expression · Advanced
la cerniera è rimasta incastrata
the zipper got stuck
Pronunciation: la cerniera è rimasta incastrata
Meaning
A natural Italian expression used to convey: the zipper got stuck.
Example
La cerniera è rimasta incastrata a metà.
The zipper got stuck halfway.
Practice tips
- Practice la cerniera è rimasta incastrata out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Italian expression is for advanced-level learners.