Today, we talk about the German proverb “aller guten Dinge sind drei”. What does “aller guten Dinge sind drei” mean? The Third Time Is the Charm, All Good Things Come in ThreesProverbHyphenational·ler gu·ten Din·ge sind drei PronunciationIPA: [ˈalɐ ˈɡuːtn̩ ˈdɪŋə zɪnt dʁaɪ̯] Meaning[1] Justification for something happening / trying for the third time OriginDing was modified from Thing, a Germanic tribal and judicial assembly. The proverb refers to the meaning of the number three in the Germanic / medieval legal system.

Today, we talk about the German word “hinterlistig”. What does “hinterlistig” mean? deceitfulAdjectiveHyphenationhin·ter·lis·tig, comparative: hin·ter·lis·ti·ger, superlative: am hin·ter·lis·tigs·ten PronunciationIPA: [ˈhɪntɐˌlɪstɪç], [ˈhɪntɐˌlɪstɪk] Meaning[1] in the manner of a guile; seeming harmless, but very dangerous; wickedness that seeks to harm others Synonyms[1] fraudulently, devious, treacherous Max and Moritz are very deceitful. Examples[1] The insidious pranks of Max and Moritz still delight children. [1] This is deceitful of Eugenio. [1] The animal tormentor was particularly treacherous by luring his victims with treats.

The Quote of the Episode You are just as worthy, deserving, and capable of creating and sustaining extraordinary health, wealth, happiness, love, and success in your life, as any other person on earth.Hal Elrod Click to TweetIntro music GreetingHello, dear German learners, fellow pupils and lovers of life. I’m Mark and you are listening to the Authentic German Learning Podcast, Episode 64! Today, we are talking about the book The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod.

Today, we talk about the German idiom “den Schwanz einziehen”. What does “den Schwanz einziehen” mean? to chicken out Idiom Hyphenation: den Schwanz ein·zie·hen Pronunciation: IPA: [deːn ʃvant͡s ˈaɪ̯nt͡siːən] Meaning: [1] colloquially: to withdraw, to be cowardly, to cave in Synonyms: [1] to resign, to surrender Examples: [1] He’s a nice guy, but when the boss just looks at him sharply, he draws in his horns. [1] Gosh! Can you open your mouth for once when your mother says something about parenting?

Today, we talk about the German word “Weltanschauung”. What does “Weltanschauung” mean? world view, ideology, world view, (philosophical) belief systemNoun, fHyphenationWelt·an·schau·ung, plural: Welt·an·schau·un·gen PronunciationIPA: [ˈveltʔanˌʃaʊ̯ʊŋ] Meaning[1] someone’s system of ideas about the world Synonyms[1] mindset, ideology, philosophy of life, philosophy, world view Narrower terms[1] religion, denomination, religious freedom, conservatism, liberalism, socialism Examples[1] There are several different worldviews. [1] Our remarks on the medieval world view have surprised many critics. (Source: Wiktionary)

The Quote of the Episode Anyone that suggests to me to do less is either not a real friend or very confused!Grant Cardone Click to TweetIntro music GreetingHello, dear German learners, fellow pupils and lovers of life. I’m Mark and you are listening to the Authentic German Learning Podcast, Episode 61! Today, we are talking about the book The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone. Good luck and above all have fun learning German!

Was bedeutet?Hier geht die Post ab. — pain killer 🚛 (@aliabdalkreem4) October 31, 2017 Today, we talk about the German proverb “Hier geht die Post ab.”. What does “Hier geht die Post ab.” mean? There is a lot going on here.IdiomMeanings there are a lot of emotions (usually: joy, more rarely: anger) there is a lot going on there is excitement people celebrate vigorously Addendum colloquial Here the post is a symbol of industriousness and fast locomotion.

Today, we talk about the German word “Geist”. What does “Geist” mean? mind, wit, intellect, spirit, ghostNoun, mHyphenation:Geist, plural: Geis·ter MeaningsPlural 1 (die Geister): [1] thinking as part of individuality [a] including feeling [b] in contrast to emotional life (soul) [2] the basic idea behind an action or a work [3] divine being, supernatural being [4] soul of a dead person walking on earth Plural 2 (die Geiste): [5] alcoholic drink

The Quote of the Episode [Exceptional] people seem to have … a special talent for converting life’s setbacks into future successes.Carol Dweck Click to TweetIntro music GreetingHello, dear German learners, fellow pupils and lovers of life. I’m Mark and you are listening to the Authentic German Learning Podcast, Episode 58! Today, we are talking about the book Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck. Good luck and above all have fun learning German!

Today, we talk about the German idiom “die Fäden ziehen”. What does “die Fäden ziehen” mean? to pull the stringsIdiomHyphenationdie Fä·den zie·hen Meanings[1] exerting the decisive influence from the background, actually having the power [2] literally: removing threads (e.g. in a sewn wound) Origin[1] The phrase is based on the idea of the puppet player, who invisible to the audience pulls the strings and thus moves the puppets. Synonyms[1] to lead, to steer, to control

Today, we talk about the German words “Schraubenzieher”, “Schraubendreher” and “Kreuzschlitzschraubendreher”. What do “Schraubenzieher”, “Schraubendreher” and “Kreuzschlitzschraubendreher” mean? screwdriverNoun, mHyphenationSchrau·ben·zie·her, plural: Schrau·ben·zie·her Meaning[1] tool for tightening or loosening screws Synonym[1] screwdriver (Source: Wiktionary) crosstip screwdriver, cross slot screwdriver, Phillips screwdriverNoun, mHyphenationKreuz·schlitz·schrau·ben·dre·her, plural: Kreuz·schlitz·schrau·ben·dre·her Meaning[1] Screwdriver for screws with cross slits, meaning two slits in the shape of a cross Synonym[1] Phillips screwdriver Personal Remarks It’s a long word, but it becomes easier if you break it into individual words or syllables.

The Quote of the Episode Most people want [inner] peace without the aloneness of [spiritual] power. And they want the self-confidence of adulthood without having to grow up.M. Scott Peck Click to TweetIntro music GreetingHello, dear German learners, fellow pupils and lovers of life. I’m Mark and you are listening to the Authentic German Learning Podcast, Episode 55! Today, we are talking about the book The Road Less Traveled by M.

Einem geschenkten Gaul guckt man nicht ins Maul. Wer rastet, der rostet. Irren ist menschlich.😜 — Александра Родина (@_267977092157) August 14, 2017 Today, we talk about the German proverb “einem geschenkten Gaul schaut man nicht ins Maul”. What does “einem geschenkten Gaul schaut man nicht ins Maul” mean? don’t / never look a gift horse in the mouthProverbAlternative Spellingseinem geschenkten Gaul sieht man nicht ins Maul, einem geschenkten Gaul guckt man nicht ins Maul

Today, we talk about the German word “Durchfall”. What does “Durchfall” mean? diarrheaNoun, mHyphenationDurch·fall, plural: Durch·fäl·le Meanings[1] too rapid excretion of mushy to liquid stool [2] colloquial, rarely: failure, for example, during a test (failing) Synonyms[1] Abdominal flow, intestinal catarrh, diarrhea, diarrhoea, thin shit, thin whistle, march through, quick poop, quick Otto, shitting, shitteritis, quick Kathrin, quick Katharina, spray sausage 🤣 [2] failure, flop, failure, failure (the fall through)

IntroThe Quote of the Episode To trust one’s mind and to know that one is worthy of happiness is the essence of self-esteem. — Nathaniel Branden Intro music GreetingHello, dear German learners, fellow pupils and lovers of life. I’m Mark and you are listening to the Authentic German Learning Podcast, Episode 52! Today, we are talking about the book The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem by Nathaniel Branden. Good luck and above all have fun learning German!

Today, we talk about the German idiom “die Zeit totschlagen”. What does “die Zeit totschlagen” mean? die Zeit totschlagenProverbHyphenationdie Zeit tot·schla·gen Meaning[1] colloquial, derogatory: to not spend one’s time productively Examples[1] This good-for-nothing kills time in front of the television all day long. (Source: Wiktionary) Personal Remarks sounds very violent: “to kill” pejorative, i.e. with a negative meaning Why do some people kill time? Life can be so exciting and there are many interesting things you can do with your time!

Today, we talk about the German word “Zweisamkeit”. What does “Zweisamkeit” mean? togetherness (of two people)Noun, fHyphenationZwei·sam·keit Meanings[1] mostly harmonious, often romantic gathering of two people, without being disturbed by other people; in the figurative sense also for other living beings or organizations Synonyms[1] rendezvous, flirtation Related Word[1] tête-à-tête Antonym[1] solitude Examples[1] Both enjoyed their cozy togetherness in the moonlight. [1] However, the same people are fascinated and touched when they see an elderly couple sitting in cozy togetherness on a park bench.

The Quote of the Episode Philosophy is the tool that we use to undo our illusions.Stefan Molyneux Click to Tweet Philosophy reveals to us the simple truths that are self-evident to toddlers, yearned for by teenagers – and attacked and dismissed by most adults.Stefan Molyneux Click to Tweet Philosophy is in its essence about relationships – the relationship between a statement and its truth-value; the relationship between logic and empiricism, “self” and “other,” choice and virtue, integrity and happiness – the mind and reality.

Was man nicht im Kopf hat, muss man in den Beinen haben. — Lee Cox 🌈 (@legaleagle48) September 24, 2017 Today, we talk about the German proverb “was man nicht im Kopf hat, hat man in den Beinen”. What does “was man nicht im Kopf hat, hat man in den Beinen” mean? what you don’t have in your head, you have in the legsProverbSecondary Formswhat you don’t have in your head, you have to have in your legs

Geschwindichkeitbegrenzung! speed limit?! — DO_YOUR_THING (@frankiedv) July 23, 2017 Today, we talk about the German word “Geschwindigkeitsbegrenzung”. What does “Geschwindigkeitsbegrenzung” mean? speed limitNoun, fHyphenationGe·schwin·dig·keits·be·gren·zung, Plural: Ge·schwin·dig·keits·be·gren·zun·gen Meaning[1] the establishment of a maximum speed on traffic routes Synonyms[1] speed restriction, speed limit Beispiel[1] “Only this summer, Bavaria’s Minister of the Interior Joachim Herrmann (CSU) had made clear in a letter unequivocally that neither for reasons of noise control nor for reasons of traffic safety was it permissible to order a further speed limit here.