Meaning
To remain inactive or do nothing in a situation where action is needed.
Cultural Background
In Spain, this is frequently used in political debates to criticize the opposition.
Remember the 'de'
Always use 'de' before 'brazos'. It is the most common mistake.
Meaning
To remain inactive or do nothing in a situation where action is needed.
Remember the 'de'
Always use 'de' before 'brazos'. It is the most common mistake.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the idiom.
No podemos ___________ mientras el problema crece.
The idiom requires the reflexive 'nos' and the preposition 'de'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesNo podemos ___________ mientras el problema crece.
The idiom requires the reflexive 'nos' and the preposition 'de'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it implies a negative judgment about their lack of action.
Related Phrases
No hacer ni el huevo
synonymTo do absolutely nothing.
