Hacer la vista gorda
Example: A veces es mejor hacer la vista gorda y no discutir.
Definition
"Hacer la vista gorda" means deliberately ignoring a problem or wrongdoing, often to avoid conflict or trouble. It involves choosing not to acknowledge or address an issue even when it is clearly noticed, similar to turning a blind eye.
Etymology
The phrase "hacer la vista gorda" literally translates to 'make the fat sight' in Spanish. It originated as a figurative expression implying the act of 'making one's sight thick' or 'heavy,' meaning to purposely overlook something. Did you know it humorously suggests that the eyes get 'fat' or 'thick' to avoid seeing the truth?
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"Hacer la vista gorda" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (C1) - parte 1", containing 120 commonly used expressions.
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to turn a blind eye