>> ZG·Lingua >  >> Theoretical Linguistics >> Morphology

What is the English epuivalent of spanish idiom borron y cuenta nueva?

The English equivalent of the Spanish idiom "borrón y cuenta nueva" is "a clean slate".

Here's why:

* "Borrón" refers to an erasure or a mistake.

* "Cuenta nueva" means "new account".

The idiom literally translates to "erase and a new account". This signifies starting over, forgetting past mistakes and beginning anew.

Here are some other English expressions that convey the same meaning:

* To start fresh

* To draw a line under the past

* To turn over a new leaf

* To forget the past and move on

All of these expressions emphasize the idea of leaving behind past mistakes and beginning a new chapter.

Copyright © www.zgghmh.com ZG·Lingua All rights reserved.