Meaning
To look sad or disappointed.
Cultural Background
Germans are often direct. If you make a long face, someone will likely ask you what is wrong immediately. In Austria, the phrase is used similarly, but often with a slightly more empathetic tone. Swiss German speakers use the same idiom, though they might prefer 'ein langes Gsicht mache'.
Verb choice
Always use 'machen' or 'ziehen' with this idiom.
Meaning
To look sad or disappointed.
Verb choice
Always use 'machen' or 'ziehen' with this idiom.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Warum ___ du so ein langes Gesicht?
The idiom is 'ein langes Gesicht machen'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesWarum ___ du so ein langes Gesicht?
The idiom is 'ein langes Gesicht machen'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is strictly for sad or disappointed people.
Related Phrases
Den Kopf hängen lassen
synonymTo let one's head hang
