un mata e o outro esfola

Galician

Etymology

Attested since the 19th century. Literally, “one kills and the other skins”.

Phrase

un mata e o outro esfola

(idiomatic) two of a kind; two peas in a pod

References

“un mata e o outro esfola” in Tesouro informatizado da lingua galega. Santiago: ILG.

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