plural of spalla / back

(also figurative) (typically with di) behind

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see sulle, spalle. / that bears a burdensome responsibility, blame, etc.

(idiomatic) to shrug

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see voltare, spalle. / to turn one's back (on) / to give the cold shoulder (to)

(idiomatic, transitive with a) to have someone's back

(idiomatic) to be on guard against possible dangers; to look over one's shoulder

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see dietro, le, spalle. / behind one / behind someone's back

at the expense of (someone); on the back of (someone) / behind someone's back

to watch one's back