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German Idioms – Part 4

Concluding our series, Part 4 presents the final batch of German idioms that encapsulate the language’s charm and expressiveness. From “Es ist mir Wurst” to “Lügen haben kurze Beine,” these phrases offer a glimpse into German humor and pragmatism. Dive in to complete your idiomatic journey.

Sich freuen wie ein Schneekönig

Literally: to be as merry as a snow king
English equivalent: to be head over heels happy about something

Zu viele Köche verderben den Brei

Literally: too many cooks spoil the broth
English equivalent: if too many people are involved in a task or activity, it will not be done well

Nicht alle Tassen im Schrank haben

Literally: not to have all cups in the cupboard
English equivalent: to be crazy

Das Leben ist kein Ponyhof

Literally: Life is not a pony farm.
English equivalent: Life isn’t fair.

Die Nase voll haben

Literally: to have a nose full of something
English equivalent: to be fed up with a particular situation

Hopfen und Malz ist verloren

Literally: hop and malt is lost
English equivalent: to give up hope

Es ist mir Wurst

Literally: It’s sausage to me.
English equivalent: It doesn’t matter to me.

Lügen haben kurze Beine

Literally: Lies have short legs.
English equivalent: Stretching the truth might work in the short term, but it won’t last.




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