Costar un ojo de la cara
Example: Ese coche nuevo me costó un ojo de la cara.
Definition
"Costar un ojo de la cara" is a Spanish expression meaning that something is very expensive or costly, often implying that the price was unexpectedly high or difficult to afford. For example, it can describe a purchase that required a significant financial sacrifice.
Etymology
The phrase "costar un ojo de la cara" literally translates to "to cost an eye from the face." It originates from the idea that losing an eye is a severe and painful loss, metaphorically used to describe something extremely costly. Did you know this vivid expression highlights the emotional impact of high expenses?
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"Costar un ojo de la cara" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (C1) - parte 1", containing 120 commonly used expressions.
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to cost a fortune