Also means
to skip
Usage Note
Saltellare is the frequentative of saltare (to jump) and describes light, repeated hopping — birds hopping, children skipping, or someone bouncing with excitement. It uses avere or essere depending on context (motion away: essere; in place: avere). The related noun is saltello.
Examples
"Il bambino saltellava per la gioia."
Natural Translation
The child was hopping with joy.
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