Tenir la mosca darrere l'orella
Example: Sempre que parla, em fa tenir la mosca darrere l'orella.
Definition
"Tenir la mosca darrere l'orella" is a Catalan expression meaning to feel suspicious or doubtful about something. It describes the sensation of having a lingering suspicion or mistrust, often triggered by someone's words or actions that seem off or untrustworthy.
Etymology
The expression "tenir la mosca darrere l'orella" literally translates as 'to have the fly behind the ear.' It likely originated from the annoying feeling of a fly buzzing near one's ear, which metaphorically represents a persistent suspicion or doubt. Did you know? This vivid imagery captures the nagging nature of mistrust in a memorable way.
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To be suspicious