la de la vergüenza
Spanish
[edit]Etymology
[edit]Literally, “the one of shame”.
Noun
[edit]la de la vergüenza f (plural las de la vergüenza)
- (idiomatic) the last piece of food left on a plate, mannersbit, manners piece
Usage notes
[edit]- A reference to the fact that it's considered polite to not empty a plate, assuring the hosts that they provided sufficient fare.