Meaning
To suddenly understand something.
Cultural Background
Germans value directness, but this idiom is a polite way to show you are following along. Similar usage, often used in casual conversation.
Dative Case
Always remember to use 'Mir' (to me) or 'Dir' (to you) with this phrase.
Meaning
To suddenly understand something.
Dative Case
Always remember to use 'Mir' (to me) or 'Dir' (to you) with this phrase.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct dative pronoun.
___ geht ein Licht auf.
The phrase requires the dative case.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises___ geht ein Licht auf.
The phrase requires the dative case.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is acceptable in semi-formal emails.
Related Phrases
Der Groschen ist gefallen
synonymI finally understood.