B1 Proverb 中性

Lo pasado, pasado está.

What's past is past.

意思

Events that have already happened should be left behind and not dwell upon.

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文化背景

The phrase is inextricably linked to the 'Príncipe de la Canción,' José José. Singing the lyrics 'Lo pasado, pasado, no me interesa' is a common cathartic activity in karaoke bars across the country. In Spain, this phrase is often used with a sense of 'resignation' or 'estoicismo.' It reflects the historical transition periods where the country had to move past internal conflicts. While 'Lo pasado, pasado está' is understood, Argentines often prefer the shorter 'Ya fue' or 'Ya está' for minor issues, reserving the full proverb for more serious emotional reconciliations. The influence of urban music (Reggaeton) has made 'Lo que pasó, pasó' a more dominant variation among younger generations, though the original proverb remains the 'standard' for older speakers.

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The Power of the Pause

When saying this, put a small pause after the first 'pasado'. It makes you sound much more like a native speaker and adds emotional weight.

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Don't be dismissive

Be careful with your tone. If said too quickly or sharply, it can sound like you are telling the other person to 'shut up' about their feelings.

意思

Events that have already happened should be left behind and not dwell upon.

🎯

The Power of the Pause

When saying this, put a small pause after the first 'pasado'. It makes you sound much more like a native speaker and adds emotional weight.

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Don't be dismissive

Be careful with your tone. If said too quickly or sharply, it can sound like you are telling the other person to 'shut up' about their feelings.

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The Karaoke Connection

If you are in a Spanish-speaking country and this song comes on, sing along! It's a great way to bond with locals.

自我测试

Complete the proverb with the correct words.

Lo ________, pasado ________.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: pasado / está

The standard proverb uses 'pasado' twice and ends with the verb 'está'.

In which situation is it MOST appropriate to say 'Lo pasado, pasado está'?

Situation: Your friend is still apologizing for accidentally breaking your pen three years ago.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: When you want to show you have forgiven them and they should stop worrying.

The phrase is used to provide closure and stop someone from dwelling on minor past mistakes.

Which of these sentences uses the phrase correctly in a professional context?

Select the best option:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Tuvimos un mal trimestre, pero lo pasado, pasado está; enfoquémonos en el futuro.

This shows a mature, forward-looking attitude in a business setting.

Complete the dialogue.

Ana: 'Siento mucho lo que dije en la fiesta.' Juan: 'No te preocupes, Ana. ________.'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Lo pasado, pasado está

This is the most natural and idiomatic way to respond to an apology in Spanish.

🎉 得分: /4

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练习题库

4 练习
Complete the proverb with the correct words. Fill Blank A2

Lo ________, pasado ________.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: pasado / está

The standard proverb uses 'pasado' twice and ends with the verb 'está'.

In which situation is it MOST appropriate to say 'Lo pasado, pasado está'? situation_matching B1

Situation: Your friend is still apologizing for accidentally breaking your pen three years ago.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: When you want to show you have forgiven them and they should stop worrying.

The phrase is used to provide closure and stop someone from dwelling on minor past mistakes.

Which of these sentences uses the phrase correctly in a professional context? Choose B1

Select the best option:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Tuvimos un mal trimestre, pero lo pasado, pasado está; enfoquémonos en el futuro.

This shows a mature, forward-looking attitude in a business setting.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

Ana: 'Siento mucho lo que dije en la fiesta.' Juan: 'No te preocupes, Ana. ________.'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Lo pasado, pasado está

This is the most natural and idiomatic way to respond to an apology in Spanish.

🎉 得分: /4

常见问题

10 个问题

It is 'Lo pasado'. Using 'lo' makes it abstract ('that which is past'). 'El pasado' refers to 'The Past' as a noun/time period, which is grammatically correct but not how the proverb is said.

Yes, but keep it for situations where a project has ended or a mistake has been addressed. It's a bit informal, so use it with colleagues you know well.

Because 'estar' describes a state. The past has *become* the past. 'Es' would imply a permanent definition, which sounds less natural in this idiomatic context.

Absolutely. From Spain to Argentina to Mexico, everyone knows and uses this phrase.

Not at all. While it's an old proverb, it's used daily by people of all ages.

Yes! If you just dropped a glass and cleaned it up, you can say it to stop feeling bad about it.

'Ya fue' is very slangy and common in the Southern Cone (Argentina/Uruguay). 'Lo pasado, pasado está' is more universal and slightly more formal.

Yes, by José José. It is one of the most famous songs in the Spanish language and is the reason the phrase is so popular today.

You can, but it's not the 'proverb form.' It sounds like a normal sentence. To sound idiomatic, use the standard order.

It can be. If your boss is reprimanding you, saying 'lo pasado, pasado está' might sound like you are ignoring their criticism. Use it only after the reprimand is over.

相关表达

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Agua pasada no mueve molino

synonym

Past water doesn't move the mill.

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Borrón y cuenta nueva

similar

Clean slate.

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A lo hecho, pecho

builds on

Face what is done with courage.

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Lo que pasó, pasó

specialized form

What happened, happened.

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