Bedeutung
a final event that causes reaction
Kultureller Hintergrund
Swedes value patience, so this phrase is a strong signal of boundary crossing. Similar to Sweden, the metaphor of the overflowing vase is very common. The 'barrel' metaphor is deeply embedded in German culture. The 'final straw' is the standard equivalent, focusing on weight rather than volume.
Use with emphasis
Say it with a firm tone to ensure the listener understands you are serious.
Bedeutung
a final event that causes reaction
Use with emphasis
Say it with a firm tone to ensure the listener understands you are serious.
Teste dich selbst
Complete the phrase.
Det är ________.
The idiom is 'det är droppen'.
🎉 Ergebnis: /1
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Aufgabensammlung
1 AufgabenDet är ________.
The idiom is 'det är droppen'.
🎉 Ergebnis: /1
Häufig gestellte Fragen
1 FragenYes, but only if you are truly at a breaking point. It is a strong statement.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Nu får det vara nog
synonymNow it must be enough
Måttet är rågat
similarThe measure is full
