Example: Anar amb el lliri a la mà significa mostrar innocència i pau.
Definition
"Anar amb el lliri a la mà" is a Catalan expression meaning to show innocence and peace, often by behaving in a sincere, harmless, and trustworthy manner. It conveys the idea of approaching a situation with honesty and without any hidden intentions.
Translations
To be naive
Ir de ingenuo
Naïef zijn
Être naïf
Naiv sein
Etymology
The phrase "Anar amb el lliri a la mà" literally translates as 'to go with the lily in the hand.' The lily is traditionally a symbol of purity and innocence, which is why this expression came to represent showing peaceful and sincere intentions. Did you know? The lily has been associated with these qualities since ancient times, often appearing in religious and cultural symbolism.
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To be naive