A1 Idiom Neutral

Auf dem Holzweg sein.

Be on the wrong track.

Meaning

To be mistaken, wrong, or pursuing an incorrect course of action.

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Cultural Background

Germans appreciate idioms that relate to nature and history. Used similarly, but sometimes with a slightly more ironic tone.

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Use it for logic

Use it when you want to challenge an idea, not a person.

Meaning

To be mistaken, wrong, or pursuing an incorrect course of action.

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Use it for logic

Use it when you want to challenge an idea, not a person.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Du bist auf dem ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Holzweg

The idiom is 'auf dem Holzweg'.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

Du bist auf dem ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Holzweg

The idiom is 'auf dem Holzweg'.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

It can be, so use it with a smile.

Related Phrases

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Auf dem falschen Dampfer sein

synonym

To be on the wrong boat.

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