Meaning
To pretend not to know or be involved in something.
Cultural Background
In Spain, you might hear 'hacerse el sueco' more often than 'desentenderse' in casual conversation. In Mexico, 'hacerse el loco' is the most common informal equivalent.
Use with 'de'
Always remember to add 'de' when you mention the thing you are avoiding.
Meaning
To pretend not to know or be involved in something.
Use with 'de'
Always remember to add 'de' when you mention the thing you are avoiding.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct form of 'desentenderse'.
Cuando le pregunté por el dinero, él ______ de la conversación.
The subject is 'él' (he), so we use the third-person singular preterite.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesCuando le pregunté por el dinero, él ______ de la conversación.
The subject is 'él' (he), so we use the third-person singular preterite.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt can be, depending on the context. It is a way of setting boundaries, but it can be seen as dismissive if used with someone who needs your help.
Related Phrases
Hacerse el loco
synonymTo act crazy/dumb
Lavarse las manos
similarTo wash one's hands
