This Spanish slang literally translates to 'The old hen gives a good broth'. It is used to express that experience and wisdom often come with age, and that older people can provide good advice or have valuable skills because of their life experiences.
Examples
- Spanish: No subestimes a tu abuela, recuerda que 'la gallina vieja da buen caldo'. Ella tiene mucha experiencia en la vida.
- English: Don't underestimate your grandmother, remember that 'the old hen gives a good broth'. She has a lot of life experience.