Our teacher gave us this quote "the one who got away" and we are supposed to figure out what it means. If anyone in the class does the entire class gets to go to our local Mexican restaurant for lunch!! Please help!
It is pretty obvious what it means, in English. It is often used with respect to a big fish not caught, or a person one should have married but did not ask or accept. Are you supposed to translate it into Spanish?
Thank you for using the Jiskha Homework Help Forum. Without knowing the context/reference or exactly what you were studying, etc. it would be impossible to know if your teacher was referring to the 1957 movie about World War II, the lyrics to the song of the same title, or even "El Felino se escapo de la Jaula.(TT: Mercury Cougar) = "the cat that got away from the cage!
There was also a movie 1996 of that title about Iraq and a kidnapped victim in Honduras that got away.
Because you mentioned "quote" I also looked in my Quotations books = nada/nothing. This often is said about a big fish that got away. In any event, in Spanish it would be "el que se escapó."
i don't know and thank you
Based on the information provided, it seems like your teacher asked you to interpret the quote "the one who got away" in the context of a reward for your class. To get a better understanding of the quote, it may be helpful to consider different interpretations:
1. Romantic Relationships: In a romantic context, "the one who got away" typically refers to a person who someone had strong feelings for but was unable to pursue or maintain a relationship with. This could be due to various reasons such as missed opportunities, timing, or personal choices.
2. Missed Opportunities: "The one who got away" can also be used in a broader sense, describing a missed opportunity or a situation where someone let something valuable slip through their fingers. This could apply to anything from a business deal to a chance to pursue a passion or achieve a goal.
3. Fisherman's Term: As you mentioned, "the one who got away" is often used in fishing-related contexts. It refers to a fish that was almost caught but managed to escape, perhaps being too strong or elusive for the fisherman.
Considering the potential meanings of the quote, it is difficult to determine the exact interpretation your teacher is looking for without further context. However, you can discuss these different possibilities with your classmates and see which one resonates with the context of the class or the activities you have been doing.
Additionally, if you still feel uncertain about the meaning, it is always a good idea to ask your teacher for clarification. They will be able to provide the most accurate explanation, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance at winning the lunch reward.