Dejar claro
Example: Quiero dejar claro que no voy a ir mañana.
Definition
"Dejar claro" means to make something clear or explicit, ensuring that there is no misunderstanding. It is used when someone wants to emphasize or clarify a point, as in the example phrase where the speaker wants to clearly state their intention of not going tomorrow.
Etymology
The phrase "dejar claro" comes from the Spanish verb "dejar," meaning 'to leave,' and the adjective "claro," meaning 'clear.' Together, they figuratively mean 'to leave something clear.' This expression reflects a common way in Spanish to combine verbs and adjectives to create idiomatic meanings.
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"Dejar claro" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (B2) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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