B1 Proverb Neutral

Donde hubo fuego, cenizas quedan

Where fire was, ashes remain

Meaning

Past strong emotions or relationships often leave lingering feelings or memories.

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Cultural Background

Very common in soap operas (telenovelas) to describe dramatic reunions. Used in casual conversation among friends at bars. Often used with a slightly cynical tone regarding exes. Used to describe the 'destiny' of two people.

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Use it for nostalgia

It works best when you want to sound a bit wise or nostalgic.

Meaning

Past strong emotions or relationships often leave lingering feelings or memories.

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Use it for nostalgia

It works best when you want to sound a bit wise or nostalgic.

Test Yourself

Complete the proverb.

Donde hubo fuego, _______ quedan.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: cenizas

The proverb specifically refers to ashes (cenizas).

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A2

Donde hubo fuego, _______ quedan.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: cenizas

The proverb specifically refers to ashes (cenizas).

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it's for personal relationships.

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