Example: Vaig haver de tenir la mà esquerra per ajudar-la a caminar.
Definition
"Tenir mà esquerra" means to hold someone's left hand, often used literally or metaphorically to indicate guiding or supporting someone, as in helping them walk or assisting them in a careful and supportive manner.
Translations
To be tactful
Tener mano izquierda
Tactvol zijn
Avoir du tact
Taktgefühl haben
Etymology
The phrase "tenir mà esquerra" comes from Catalan, where "tenir" means to hold, "mà" means hand, and "esquerra" means left. It literally translates to 'hold left hand,' highlighting the specific action of holding the left hand, often associated with guidance or support.
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To be tactful