The phrase 'to have eyes in the back of your head' means to be alert, observant, and aware of what is happening around you, even behind you. It's often used in contexts requiring vigilance.
La frase 'to have eyes in the back of your head' significa estar alerta, ser observador y ser consciente de lo que sucede a tu alrededor, incluso detrás de ti. Se usa a menudo en contextos donde se requiere vigilancia.
| Idiom | to have eyes in the back of your head |
|---|---|
| Definition | to be alert and observant; to be aware of what is happening behind your back |
| Examples | - You need eyes in the back of your head if you want to be a teacher of young children. - How do you expect me to know that. I haven't got eyes in the back of my head! |
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