A1 Idiom Neutral

Jemandem ein Dorn im Auge sein.

Be a thorn in one's side

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Meaning

To be a constant source of annoyance.

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Cultural Background

Germans are direct. Using this phrase is a clear signal that you are unhappy. Similar usage, often used in political discourse.

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Dative Case

Always remember to use the Dative case (mir, dir, ihm) with this phrase.

Meaning

To be a constant source of annoyance.

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Dative Case

Always remember to use the Dative case (mir, dir, ihm) with this phrase.

Test Yourself

Fill in the correct pronoun.

Das ist ____ ein Dorn im Auge.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: mir

The phrase requires the Dative case.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Fill in the correct pronoun. Fill Blank A1

Das ist ____ ein Dorn im Auge.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: mir

The phrase requires the Dative case.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, it works for people, things, and situations.

Related Phrases

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Jemandem ein Gräuel sein

synonym

To be an abomination

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