A1 Idiom Informal

Mit jemandem ein Hühnchen rupfen.

Have a bone to pick

Meaning

To have an argument or disagreement with someone.

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Cultural Background

Germans appreciate directness. Using this phrase shows you are willing to engage. Similar usage, often used with a slightly more humorous tone.

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Keep it light

Even though it's about conflict, the idiom itself is slightly playful.

Meaning

To have an argument or disagreement with someone.

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Keep it light

Even though it's about conflict, the idiom itself is slightly playful.

Test Yourself

Which verb is used in the idiom?

Ich habe mit dir ein Hühnchen zu ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: rupfen

The idiom is 'ein Hühnchen rupfen'.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which verb is used in the idiom? Choose A1

Ich habe mit dir ein Hühnchen zu ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: rupfen

The idiom is 'ein Hühnchen rupfen'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it is too informal.

Related Phrases

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Tacheles reden

similar

To speak plainly

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Ein ernstes Wort reden

similar

To have a serious talk

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