cosido a sus faldas — meaning & examples

Meanings:

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  SpainLatin Americafigurativecolloquialliterary
  • Figuratively attached to someone (often a woman), indicating strong dependence, constant company, or submissive devotion.
  • Under the influence or control of another person, especially through close personal attachment.

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  • Desde que empezó la universidad, Juan está cosido a sus faldas, no se separa de su novia ni un momento.

    Since university started, Juan has been glued to his girlfriend, not separating from her for a moment.

  • María siempre estuvo cosida a sus faldas, confiando en sus consejos para todo en la vida.

    María was always attached to her, trusting her advice for everything in life.

  • No me gusta que estés cosido a sus faldas; necesitas tomar tus propias decisiones y ser independiente.

    I don't like that you're constantly attached to her; you need to make your own decisions and be independent.