grow a spine

grow a spine
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. tener valor
If you want change, you need to grow a spine.Si quieres un cambio, necesitas tener valor.
b. ser valiente
Matt needs to grow a spine. He can't be a coward for the rest of his life.Matt necesita ser valiente. No puede ser un cobarde por el resto de su vida.
c.
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
no direct translation
Grow a spine and face your bullies!¡Plántate y enfréntate a los matones!
When are you going to grow a spine and ask Jessica out on a date?¿Cuándo vas a animarte a invitar a salir a Jessica?
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