A1 Idiom 中性

Lavar as mãos.

To wash one's hands.

意思

To disclaim responsibility for something.

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文化背景

Often used in political scandals where officials claim they were unaware of corruption. Common in formal business settings to signal the end of a negotiation or involvement.

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Context is key

Use this phrase only when you want to be firm about your non-involvement. It can sound aggressive.

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Biblical roots

Knowing the story of Pontius Pilate helps you understand why this phrase is so powerful.

意思

To disclaim responsibility for something.

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Context is key

Use this phrase only when you want to be firm about your non-involvement. It can sound aggressive.

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Biblical roots

Knowing the story of Pontius Pilate helps you understand why this phrase is so powerful.

自我测试

Complete the sentence with the correct form.

Quando o problema começou, ele simplesmente ______ as mãos.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: lavou

The context implies a past event, so the preterite 'lavou' is required.

🎉 得分: /1

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Complete the sentence with the correct form. Fill Blank A2

Quando o problema começou, ele simplesmente ______ as mãos.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: lavou

The context implies a past event, so the preterite 'lavou' is required.

🎉 得分: /1

常见问题

2 个问题

Only if you are explaining how you handled a situation where you had no authority. Otherwise, it sounds like you are avoiding responsibility.

It can be seen as dismissive. Use it when you need to set a firm boundary.

相关表达

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Tirar o corpo fora

synonym

To avoid responsibility

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Não ter nada com isso

similar

To have nothing to do with it

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Lavar a alma

contrast

To feel relieved/cleansed

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