A caldo
In the heat
This Italian idiom means to react or act immediately, often while emotions are still strong and without taking time to reflect. The phrase originates from the concept of heat, suggesting actions taken “in the heat of the moment” when feelings are intense and reason might be overshadowed by passion or urgency.
Esempi
- Ha risposto a caldo senza pensarci troppo. – He answered in the heat of the moment without thinking much.
- Non prendere decisioni a caldo, aspetta di calmarti. – Don’t make decisions in the heat of the moment, wait until you calm down.
- Le sue parole a caldo erano piene di rabbia. – His words in the heat of the moment were full of anger.