habérselas con
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This idiom may be literally translated as "to have them to oneself with."
habérselas con
A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
1. (idiom) (to confront)
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).
a. to have it out with (idiom)
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).
El cliente estaba muy enojado y se las hubo con el supervisor.The customer was very angry, and he had it out with the supervisor.
b. to be up against (idiom)
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).
Creo que nos las habemos con un delincuente muy listo.I think we're up against a very clever criminal.
c. to deal with
Como le hagan algo a mi hermano chico, tendrán que habérselas conmigo.If you touch my little brother, you'll have me to deal with.
d. to cope with
Los ancianos tienen que habérselas con distintos achaques y enfermedades.Old people have to cope with different ailments and illnesses.
e. to face
Finalmente, los ladrones tendrán que habérselas con la justicia.Finally, the thieves will have to face justice.
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