Spanish Expression · Intermediate
pasar por alto
to overlook
Pronunciation: say pasar por alto
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to overlook".
Example
Pues eso querría decir que perdonas un pecado pasando por alto lo que realmente se encuentra ahí.
So that meant you forgive a sin, overlooking what it really found there.
Practice tips
- Practice pasar por alto out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish expression is for intermediate-level learners.