like father, like son

like father, like son(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. de tal palo, tal astilla
Did you see how Mateo kicked that ball? - Like father, like son. His dad is a professional soccer player.¿Viste cómo Mateo pateó ese balón? - De tal palo, tal astilla. Su padre es jugador de fútbol profesional.
b. de casta le viene al galgo
Albert's son Jimmy is really loud. - Like father, like son.El hijo de Albert, Jimmy, vocifera mucho. - De casta le viene al galgo.
c. hijo de gato caza ratón
Did you see how Bill treats people? It's outrageous! - His dad was just the same. Like father, like son.¿Viste como trata Bill a la gente? ¡Es indignante! - Su papá era igual. Hijo de gato caza ratón.
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