Meaning
To remain realistic and sensible.
Cultural Background
Germans value directness and realism. This phrase is a common way to express that. Similar to Germany, it is used in the same way in Austrian German.
Use it with 'mal'
Adding 'mal' (e.g., 'Bleib mal auf dem Teppich') makes it sound more natural and less like a command.
Meaning
To remain realistic and sensible.
Use it with 'mal'
Adding 'mal' (e.g., 'Bleib mal auf dem Teppich') makes it sound more natural and less like a command.
Test Yourself
Complete the phrase.
Wir müssen realistisch sein und auf dem ______ bleiben.
The idiom is 'auf dem Teppich bleiben'.
What does it mean?
What does 'Auf dem Teppich bleiben' mean?
It is a metaphor for staying grounded.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesWir müssen realistisch sein und auf dem ______ bleiben.
The idiom is 'auf dem Teppich bleiben'.
What does 'Auf dem Teppich bleiben' mean?
It is a metaphor for staying grounded.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but be careful with the tone. Use it to suggest caution, not to criticize.
Related Phrases
Abheben
contrastTo get carried away
Bodenhaftung verlieren
contrastTo lose touch with reality
