behind your back

behind your back
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. a tus espaldas
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
It's sad to hear that someone you thought was your friend has been criticizing you behind your back.Es triste enterarse de que quien creías que era tu amigo te ha estado criticando a tus espaldas.
b. a sus espaldas
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
(formal)
Your partner has been boycotting the deal you've been trying to close behind your back.Su socio ha estado boicoteando el acuerdo que usted estuvo tratando de cerrar a sus espaldas.
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