A Spanish slang phrase that literally translates to 'go to the papers'. It is often used to refer to the act of getting married, as it implies going through the legal paperwork necessary for marriage.
Examples
- Spanish: Mi hermano y su novia finalmente decidieron ir a los papeles después de cinco años de noviazgo.
- English: My brother and his girlfriend finally decided to 'go to the papers' after five years of dating.