Meaning
To indicate that there are no alternatives or that something is unavoidable.
Cultural Background
Commonly used in professional and personal contexts to show pragmatism. Often replaced by 'No hay de otra' in casual speech. Used with a sense of fatalism common in the culture. Used frequently in service industry contexts.
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Meaning
To indicate that there are no alternatives or that something is unavoidable.
Use the shrug
Pair this phrase with a shrug to sound 100% native.
Test Yourself
Complete the phrase.
No hay más remedio ____ esperar.
The structure is 'No hay más remedio que' + infinitive.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesNo hay más remedio ____ esperar.
The structure is 'No hay más remedio que' + infinitive.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, if you are explaining why a project was delayed or why a difficult decision was made.
Related Phrases
Ni modo
synonymOh well / It can't be helped
