a mata caballo - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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a mata caballo (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


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Meaning and Usage

Example Sentences

  1. "Salimos a mata caballo para llegar a tiempo a la cita."
    "We left at breakneck speed to arrive on time for the appointment."

  2. "Ella siempre hace las cosas a mata caballo, lo que le causa problemas."
    "She always does things in a hurry, which causes her problems."

  3. "El tráfico estaba tan pesado que llegamos a mata caballo a la reunión."
    "The traffic was so heavy that we arrived at the meeting at full gallop."

Idiomatic Expressions

The phrase "a mata caballo" is utilized in several idiomatic expressions within the Spanish language, emphasizing haste or urgency.

Etymology

The phrase "a mata caballo" is rooted in a combination of words: - "Mata" comes from "matar," meaning "to kill," and historically signifies "death" or "killing" in a forceful or impactful way. - "Caballo" means "horse," indicative of the rapid movement associated with horses, particularly in galloping. Thus, the phrase evokes a sense of speed and urgency, likening it to a horse charging forward.

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23-07-2024