Bedeutung
Appearances can be deceptive; not everything valuable looks so.
Kultureller Hintergrund
This proverb is taught in primary schools as part of moral education. The phrase is a bridge between Shakespearean English and German folk wisdom. It is frequently used in business journalism to describe failed startups.
Memorize the rhythm
The proverb has a natural, rhythmic flow. Say it aloud to memorize the cadence.
Bedeutung
Appearances can be deceptive; not everything valuable looks so.
Memorize the rhythm
The proverb has a natural, rhythmic flow. Say it aloud to memorize the cadence.
Teste dich selbst
Complete the proverb.
Es ist nicht alles Gold, ______ glänzt.
'Was' is the relative pronoun for 'alles'.
Which situation is appropriate for this proverb?
When is it best to use this phrase?
It is a warning against being fooled by appearances.
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Visuelle Lernhilfen
Aufgabensammlung
2 AufgabenEs ist nicht alles Gold, ______ glänzt.
'Was' is the relative pronoun for 'alles'.
When is it best to use this phrase?
It is a warning against being fooled by appearances.
🎉 Ergebnis: /2
Häufig gestellte Fragen
1 FragenYes, it is often used to describe people who seem nice but have bad intentions.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Schein trügt
synonymAppearances deceive.
Zu schön, um wahr zu sein
similarToo good to be true.
