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Meaning of estar en capilla




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estar en capilla
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Estar en capilla originated from Salamanca University students, who would spen the night prior to an exam in a chapel. Probably because it offered shelter overvthe night. Nowadays, the expression continuecto be used by students waiting for theircturn to take an exam.
 Used in US as well

"Los estudiantes de ingeniería están en capilla. Su examen es a las 10."

  




Danilo Enrique Noreña Benítez

To say that it is the next to receive a severe punishment, or even to be executed. Threatened. Colloquially, be on waiting list, waiting for the turn.

  


furoya

Verge of punishment and monitored to control behavior. The expression originates from the ancient tradition of locking inmates in an oratory or chapel so pray for his soul the night before his execution.

  



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