en carne y hueso

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en carne y hueso
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
1.
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
(idiom)
(general)
a. in the flesh
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
(idiom)
¡Mira, es Mateo en carne y hueso! Solo te había visto en fotos.Look, it’s Mateo in the flesh! I had only seen you in pictures.
b. in person
Es sorprendente ver al cantante en carne y hueso.It's amazing to see the singer in person.
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