July 16, 2010

German Proverbs

Andere Länder, andere Sitten.
  • Translation: Other countries, other customs
  • Meaning: Foreigners have different customs [which may be perfectly normal there]
  • Similar: When in Rome, do as the Romans do.

Angst verleiht Flügel.

  • Translation: Fear lends wings.
  • Meaning: Fear will make you do things you would deem impossible in a different situation.
Jul 16, 2010 8:13:40 AM | German Culture

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