Meaning
An imperative to stop prevaricating and state the facts.
Cultural Background
This is where the phrase originated. It is considered a badge of local identity.
Use it for emphasis
Don't use it for every small thing, or it loses its impact. Save it for when you really need an answer.
Meaning
An imperative to stop prevaricating and state the facts.
Use it for emphasis
Don't use it for every small thing, or it loses its impact. Save it for when you really need an answer.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing preposition.
Butter ___ die Fische!
The idiom is fixed as 'Butter bei die Fische'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesButter ___ die Fische!
The idiom is fixed as 'Butter bei die Fische'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt can be if said in a harsh tone, but it's generally seen as direct and efficient.
Related Phrases
Komm zum Punkt
synonymGet to the point
