una mano lava l'altra

Italian

Alternative forms

Etymology

Literally, “one hand washes the other.” Compare German eine Hand wäscht die andere.

Verb

una mano lava l'altra

  1. you scratch my back and I'll scratch yours

Usage notes

  • Often associated with corrupt bargains involving the mafia.
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