Spanish word of the day: Ir a tu bola

What does “ir a tu bola” mean?

Ir a tu bola (Idiom) — "to do your own thing". It refers to acting independently, following your own criteria or preferences without concerning yourself with what others think or do

Example sentences with “ir a tu bola”

• No quiero novia ahora. Me gusta ir a mi bola.

  💔 I don't want a girlfriend right now. I like to do my own thing.

• Durante el partido de fútbol Miguel ha ido a su bola, ha tirado a puerta sin tener en cuenta que había otros jugadores mejor posicionados.
  ⚽️ During the soccer match, Miguel did his own thing, shooting at the goal without considering that there were other players better positioned than him.

The verb “ir” is an essential part of this idiom. If you need to remember how to conjugate “ir”, our conjugation tables can help.

“Ir a tu bola” in context

The Spanish idiom "ir a tu bola" describes someone who operates independently, following their own path regardless of group expectations. This expression applies in various scenarios: when someone breaks from group plans, avoids coordination with others, keeps to themselves, or prioritizes personal interests.

Picture yourself traveling with friends but wanting to explore independently—that's "ir a tu bola" in action. In workplace settings, a colleague who sidesteps collaboration and follows their own methods might be described as someone who "va a su bola."

While the phrase itself is neutral, it often carries negative undertones when used to describe someone avoiding necessary teamwork or collaboration.

Similar expressions with virtually identical meanings include "ir a su aire" and "ir a su rollo"—all capturing that distinctly independent spirit in Spanish colloquial speech.