Example: Quan està nerviós, sempre li agrada anar a la seva bola per pensar.
Definition
"Anar a la seva bola" is a Catalan expression meaning to withdraw into one's own world or thoughts, often to reflect or avoid interaction. It describes someone who prefers solitude or mental space, especially when feeling nervous or overwhelmed.
Translations
To do one's own thing
Ir a su bola
Zijn eigen gang gaan
Faire sa vie
Sein eigenes Ding machen
Etymology
The phrase "Anar a la seva bola" literally translates to 'go to one's own ball' in Catalan. The origin is metaphorical, suggesting a person retreating into a small, self-contained space, like a ball, to be alone with their thoughts. This vivid imagery captures the idea of mental withdrawal.
Learn to use this expression actively
"Anar a la seva bola" appears in the Vocaplus list "", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
Would you like to not only understand these expressions, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select Catalan as the language you want to learn.
To do one's own thing