Echar un capote
Example: Cuando no entendí, mi amigo me echó un capote en la tarea.
Definition
"Echar un capote" is a Spanish expression meaning to help or assist someone in a difficult situation, especially by offering support or intervention when they are struggling, as in the example: 'Cuando no entendí, mi amigo me echó un capote en la tarea.'
Etymology
The phrase "echar un capote" literally means 'to throw a cape' and originates from bullfighting, where a matador throws the cape to protect or assist. Over time, it evolved metaphorically to mean offering help or support to someone in trouble.
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"Echar un capote" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (C2) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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