A1 Idiom Neutral

Hacer la vista gorda.

To turn a blind eye.

Meaning

To pretend not to notice something wrong.

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Cultural Background

Often used in casual conversation to describe minor traffic violations or social norms. Common in bureaucratic settings where rules are flexible.

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Gender Agreement

Always remember that 'vista' is feminine, so 'gorda' must end in 'a'.

Meaning

To pretend not to notice something wrong.

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Gender Agreement

Always remember that 'vista' is feminine, so 'gorda' must end in 'a'.

Test Yourself

Complete the phrase.

El jefe decidió hacer la vista ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: gorda

Vista is feminine.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the phrase. Fill Blank A1

El jefe decidió hacer la vista ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: gorda

Vista is feminine.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, but be careful. It implies they are ignoring a rule, which might be sensitive.

Related Phrases

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Mirar para otro lado

synonym

To look the other way.

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