German phrase
Die Redewendung ~ bedeutet ~.
Meaning
The idiom ___ means ___
When to use it
It defines a fixed expression. It is used for brief, calm explanations in everyday conversation.
Example dialogue
Sag mal, was heißt 'aus dem Nähkästchen plaudern'?
Hey, what does 'spill the beans' mean?
Die Redewendung 'aus dem Nähkästchen plaudern' bedeutet Privates preisgeben.
The idiom 'spill the beans' means revealing private information.