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Spanish idioms
Spanish Idioms: Page 2
This page continues the exploration of modismos en español, presenting seven more idioms that showcase the expressive nature of the Spanish language.
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"Costar un ojo de la cara" (literally "to cost an arm from a face") is equivalent to the English expression "to cost an arm and a leg", indicating something is very expensive.
-
"Estar hasta las narices" (literally "to be up to the noses") means to be fed up or extremely annoyed with a situation.
-
"Al mal tiempo, buena cara" (literally "to bad weather, good face") is similar to the English saying "when life gives you lemons, make lemonade", encouraging a positive attitude in difficult times.
Example: When facing a challenging situation, a Spanish speaker might say "Al mal tiempo, buena cara" to encourage staying positive.
-
"Consultar con la almohada" (literally "to consult the pillow") means to sleep on it or to take time to think about a decision overnight.
-
"Las palabras se las lleva el viento" (literally "words are taken by the wind") is similar to the English expression "actions speak louder than words".
-
"Cada loco con su tema" (literally "each crazy with his theme") is equivalent to the English phrase "to each their own", respecting individual preferences or opinions.
-
"Ser del año de la pera" means something or someone is very old-fashioned or out of date.
Vocabulary: "Pera" means pear in Spanish, but in this idiom, it's used figuratively to indicate something extremely old or outdated.
These modismos en español ejemplos further illustrate how Spanish uses creative imagery and cultural references to convey complex ideas. Understanding these expressions can greatly enhance one's ability to communicate effectively in Spanish and appreciate the nuances of the language.
Highlight: Learning these modismos en español can significantly improve your Spanish language skills and cultural understanding, making your communication more natural and expressive.
Spanish Idioms: Page 1
This page introduces a collection of colorful modismos en español (Spanish idioms) along with their literal translations and English equivalents. These expressions showcase the richness of the Spanish language and its unique way of conveying ideas.
Definition: An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal interpretation.
The idioms presented on this page include:
-
"Hacer buenas migas" (literally "to make good breadcrumbs") means to get on well with someone.
-
"Ser un hueso" (literally "to be a bone") is used to describe someone who is stubborn.
-
"Más loco que una cabra" (literally "more crazy than a goat") is equivalent to the English expression "as mad as a hatter".
-
"Estar en una nube" (literally "to be in a cloud") means to be on cloud nine or extremely happy.
-
"Tener más lana que un borrego" (literally "to have more wool than a lamb") is a colorful way of saying someone has lots of money.
Example: If you say "Juan tiene más lana que un borrego", you're implying that Juan is very wealthy.
-
"Quedarse de piedra" (literally "to be rock stone") means to be shocked or stunned.
-
"A fin de cuentas" (literally "at the end of thought") is used to mean "all things considered".
-
"No dar un palo al agua" is an idiomatic expression meaning to be lazy.
-
"Para colmo de males" is used to express "to make matters worse".
-
"El oro no nace en macetas" (literally "gold isn't born in flowerpots") is equivalent to the English saying "money doesn't grow on trees".
Highlight: These modismos españoles de España demonstrate how Spanish uses vivid imagery and cultural references to express complex ideas succinctly.
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very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
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I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
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Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
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Spanish Idioms: Page 2
This page continues the exploration of modismos en español, presenting seven more idioms that showcase the expressive nature of the Spanish language.
-
"Costar un ojo de la cara" (literally "to cost an arm from a face") is equivalent to the English expression "to cost an arm and a leg", indicating something is very expensive.
-
"Estar hasta las narices" (literally "to be up to the noses") means to be fed up or extremely annoyed with a situation.
-
"Al mal tiempo, buena cara" (literally "to bad weather, good face") is similar to the English saying "when life gives you lemons, make lemonade", encouraging a positive attitude in difficult times.
Example: When facing a challenging situation, a Spanish speaker might say "Al mal tiempo, buena cara" to encourage staying positive.
-
"Consultar con la almohada" (literally "to consult the pillow") means to sleep on it or to take time to think about a decision overnight.
-
"Las palabras se las lleva el viento" (literally "words are taken by the wind") is similar to the English expression "actions speak louder than words".
-
"Cada loco con su tema" (literally "each crazy with his theme") is equivalent to the English phrase "to each their own", respecting individual preferences or opinions.
-
"Ser del año de la pera" means something or someone is very old-fashioned or out of date.
Vocabulary: "Pera" means pear in Spanish, but in this idiom, it's used figuratively to indicate something extremely old or outdated.
These modismos en español ejemplos further illustrate how Spanish uses creative imagery and cultural references to convey complex ideas. Understanding these expressions can greatly enhance one's ability to communicate effectively in Spanish and appreciate the nuances of the language.
Highlight: Learning these modismos en español can significantly improve your Spanish language skills and cultural understanding, making your communication more natural and expressive.
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Spanish Idioms: Page 1
This page introduces a collection of colorful modismos en español (Spanish idioms) along with their literal translations and English equivalents. These expressions showcase the richness of the Spanish language and its unique way of conveying ideas.
Definition: An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal interpretation.
The idioms presented on this page include:
-
"Hacer buenas migas" (literally "to make good breadcrumbs") means to get on well with someone.
-
"Ser un hueso" (literally "to be a bone") is used to describe someone who is stubborn.
-
"Más loco que una cabra" (literally "more crazy than a goat") is equivalent to the English expression "as mad as a hatter".
-
"Estar en una nube" (literally "to be in a cloud") means to be on cloud nine or extremely happy.
-
"Tener más lana que un borrego" (literally "to have more wool than a lamb") is a colorful way of saying someone has lots of money.
Example: If you say "Juan tiene más lana que un borrego", you're implying that Juan is very wealthy.
-
"Quedarse de piedra" (literally "to be rock stone") means to be shocked or stunned.
-
"A fin de cuentas" (literally "at the end of thought") is used to mean "all things considered".
-
"No dar un palo al agua" is an idiomatic expression meaning to be lazy.
-
"Para colmo de males" is used to express "to make matters worse".
-
"El oro no nace en macetas" (literally "gold isn't born in flowerpots") is equivalent to the English saying "money doesn't grow on trees".
Highlight: These modismos españoles de España demonstrate how Spanish uses vivid imagery and cultural references to express complex ideas succinctly.
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This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
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Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user
The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.
Stefan S
iOS user
This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.
Samantha Klich
Android user
Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.
Anna
iOS user
Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good
Thomas R
iOS user
Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.
Basil
Android user
This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.
David K
iOS user
The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!
Sudenaz Ocak
Android user
In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.
Greenlight Bonnie
Android user
very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.
Rohan U
Android user
I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.
Xander S
iOS user
THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮
Elisha
iOS user
This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now
Paul T
iOS user