This phrase literally translates to 'son of a cat, hunts mouse'. It is used to imply that a person will likely follow in their parents' footsteps or that certain traits are inevitable because they're inherited.
Examples
- Spanish: Su padre es un gran músico, y él toca el piano maravillosamente. Como dice el dicho, hijo de gato caza ratón.
- English: His father is a great musician, and he plays the piano wonderfully. As the saying goes, the son of a cat hunts mice.