A1 Idiom Neutral

Ser de carne y hueso.

To be flesh and blood.

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Meaning

To be a real, living person, not imaginary or supernatural.

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Cultural Background

Used frequently in casual workplace settings to defend work-life balance. Often used in emotional contexts, like when a family member is going through a hard time. Used to describe celebrities to make them seem more relatable. Commonly used in social protests or labor discussions.

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Keep it singular

Always say 'hueso', never 'huesos'.

Meaning

To be a real, living person, not imaginary or supernatural.

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Keep it singular

Always say 'hueso', never 'huesos'.

Test Yourself

Complete the phrase.

Todos somos de ______ y hueso.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: carne

The idiom is 'de carne y hueso'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the phrase. Fill Blank A1

Todos somos de ______ y hueso.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: carne

The idiom is 'de carne y hueso'.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is specifically for humans.

Related Phrases

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Ser humano

synonym

To be human

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