Estar de vuelta y media
Example: Después de la fiesta, Juan estaba de vuelta y media.
Definition
"Estar de vuelta y media" is a Spanish expression used to describe someone who is very experienced, clever, or even a bit cunning, often implying they are streetwise or have been through many situations. For example, 'Después de la fiesta, Juan estaba de vuelta y media' means Juan was very savvy or worn out after the party.
Translations
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to be very experienced -
door en door ervaren zijn -
estar molt rodat -
avoir beaucoup vécu -
sehr erfahren sein
Etymology
The phrase "estar de vuelta y media" literally means 'to be back and a half,' suggesting someone has returned multiple times or has experienced a lot. It likely evolved to describe people who have learned much from their experiences. Its exact origin is uncertain, but it vividly conveys the idea of being well-seasoned or shrewd.
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"Estar de vuelta y media" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (C2) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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