Más vale una vez colorado que ciento descolorido
Better to blush once than turn pale a hundred times
Signification
It's better to face an embarrassing situation once than to live in constant fear.
Contexte culturel
Often used in family settings when a child is afraid to admit a mistake. Frequently used in professional environments to encourage transparency. Used in social circles to encourage someone to be direct about their feelings. Used as a general life lesson about taking risks.
Context is key
Only use this when you want to encourage someone to be brave.
Signification
It's better to face an embarrassing situation once than to live in constant fear.
Context is key
Only use this when you want to encourage someone to be brave.
Teste-toi
Complete the proverb.
Más vale una vez colorado que ciento ______.
The proverb contrasts being red (blushing) with being pale (descolorido).
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Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
1 exercicesMás vale una vez colorado que ciento ______.
The proverb contrasts being red (blushing) with being pale (descolorido).
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Questions fréquentes
1 questionsYes, if you are explaining how you handle mistakes.
Expressions liées
Dar la cara
synonymTo face the music.