Example: Después de correr, estoy hecho polvo y necesito descansar.
Definition
"Estar hecho polvo" is a Spanish expression used to describe feeling extremely tired, exhausted, or worn out, often after physical or mental exertion. For example, after running, someone might say they are "estar hecho polvo" to emphasize their need for rest.
Translations
to be exhausted
kapot zijn
estar fet pols
être épuisé
völlig erledigt sein
Etymology
The phrase "estar hecho polvo" literally means 'to be made dust' in Spanish. It conveys the idea of being broken down or reduced to tiny particles, metaphorically expressing extreme fatigue. This vivid imagery helps explain why the expression is widely used to describe exhaustion.
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"Estar hecho polvo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (C1) - parte 1", containing 120 commonly used expressions.
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to be exhausted