Meaning
To change opinion to suit the majority.
Cultural Background
Used in political debates to call out hypocrisy. Used similarly to describe political turncoats. Focuses on the flag metaphor. Focuses on the rudder metaphor.
Context is key
Only use this when you want to be critical.
Meaning
To change opinion to suit the majority.
Context is key
Only use this when you want to be critical.
Test Yourself
Complete the idiom.
Han är en person som alltid vänder ____ efter vinden.
The idiom is 'vända kappan efter vinden'.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesHan är en person som alltid vänder ____ efter vinden.
The idiom is 'vända kappan efter vinden'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsOnly if you are joking or being very honest about their behavior.
Related Phrases
Vindflöjel
synonymA person who changes opinions easily.