B1 Expression Neutral

Das versteht sich von selbst

That goes without saying

Meaning

It is obvious and does not need to be stated explicitly.

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Cultural Background

Used to signal reliability and shared values. Often used in a slightly more polite, softer tone. Used in professional settings to emphasize precision. Less common; youth might prefer 'Eh klar'.

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Use it to sound professional

It is a great way to sound confident in meetings.

Meaning

It is obvious and does not need to be stated explicitly.

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Use it to sound professional

It is a great way to sound confident in meetings.

Test Yourself

Complete the phrase.

Das versteht sich ___ selbst.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: von

The idiom requires the preposition 'von'.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the phrase. Fill Blank A1

Das versteht sich ___ selbst.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: von

The idiom requires the preposition 'von'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, but it might sound a bit formal depending on the tone.

Related Phrases

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Selbstverständlich

synonym

Of course/naturally

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Natürlich

similar

Naturally

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