Meaning
Past events cannot be changed, so it's futile to dwell on them.
Cultural Background
Commonly used in rural areas where watermills were historically vital. Widely understood, though 'Lo pasado, pasado está' is often more frequent in daily speech.
Gender agreement
Remember 'agua' is feminine, so use 'pasada' not 'pasado'.
Meaning
Past events cannot be changed, so it's futile to dwell on them.
Gender agreement
Remember 'agua' is feminine, so use 'pasada' not 'pasado'.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
Agua pasada no ______ molinos.
The proverb specifically uses 'mueve' (moves).
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesAgua pasada no ______ molinos.
The proverb specifically uses 'mueve' (moves).
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is better to use more formal language like 'We should focus on future objectives'.
Related Phrases
Lo pasado, pasado está
synonymWhat is past is past.
