Sin querer
Example: Sin querer, rompí el vaso mientras limpiaba la mesa.
Definition
"Sin querer" is a Spanish expression used to indicate that an action was done unintentionally or accidentally, without the intention to cause an effect. For example, "Sin querer, rompí el vaso mientras limpiaba la mesa" means breaking the glass without meaning to do so.
Etymology
The phrase "sin querer" comes from Spanish, combining "sin" meaning 'without' and "querer" meaning 'to want' or 'to intend.' It literally translates as 'without wanting,' which perfectly conveys the idea of doing something unintentionally. Did you know? This phrase is widely used in everyday Spanish to soften the impact of mistakes or accidents.
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"Sin querer" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A1) - parte 1", containing 112 commonly used expressions.
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