Meaning
For a situation or decision to be uncertain or not yet resolved.
Cultural Background
Germans value punctuality and clear planning, so this phrase is often used to express frustration with delays.
Use with 'halten'
You can 'keep' something in this state by using 'halten'.
Meaning
For a situation or decision to be uncertain or not yet resolved.
Use with 'halten'
You can 'keep' something in this state by using 'halten'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
Unsere Pläne sind noch ____.
The phrase 'in der Schwebe sein' means to be uncertain.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesUnsere Pläne sind noch ____.
The phrase 'in der Schwebe sein' means to be uncertain.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, only for situations or decisions.
Related Phrases
auf der Kippe stehen
similarto be on the edge