Dar la espalda a

To turn one's back on / To abandon

Word Combinations

Notes & Usage:

Literally 'to give the back to'. Describes abandoning someone or something in their time of need. Strong negative connotation.

Cuando más le necesitaba, todos le dieron la espalda.

When he needed them most, everyone turned their back on him.

No puedo dar la espalda a mis principios.

I can't turn my back on my principles.

—¿Le apoyaron? —No, le dieron la espalda.

—Did they support her? —No, they turned their back on her.

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