A1 Proverb 中性

Andere Länder, andere Sitten.

Other countries, other customs.

意思

People in different places have different traditions and ways of doing things.

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文化背景

Germans value punctuality and directness. When they travel, they use this phrase to remind themselves that their values are not universal. Japanese culture is highly context-dependent. The equivalent proverb is a social expectation to blend in. Americans often use 'When in Rome' to justify trying new things or adapting to local etiquette during travel. Hospitality is a central value. Understanding that customs vary is key to being a respectful guest.

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Use it as a buffer

Whenever you feel uncomfortable with a local custom, say this phrase. It shows you are trying to understand.

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Don't be sarcastic

Avoid using this phrase with a sarcastic tone, as it can sound like you are mocking the local culture.

意思

People in different places have different traditions and ways of doing things.

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Use it as a buffer

Whenever you feel uncomfortable with a local custom, say this phrase. It shows you are trying to understand.

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Don't be sarcastic

Avoid using this phrase with a sarcastic tone, as it can sound like you are mocking the local culture.

自我测试

Complete the proverb.

Andere Länder, andere ________.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Sitten

The proverb is 'Andere Länder, andere Sitten'.

When should you use this phrase?

Which situation is appropriate for 'Andere Länder, andere Sitten'?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: When you see a cultural difference.

The phrase is used to acknowledge and accept cultural differences.

Match the German phrase with its English meaning.

Andere Länder, andere Sitten -> ?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Other countries, other customs.

This is the literal and figurative translation.

Complete the dialogue.

A: 'Warum tragen sie hier keine Schuhe im Haus?' B: '__________.'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Andere Länder, andere Sitten.

This is the most natural response to a question about cultural differences.

🎉 得分: /4

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Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A1

Andere Länder, andere ________.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Sitten

The proverb is 'Andere Länder, andere Sitten'.

When should you use this phrase? Choose A2

Which situation is appropriate for 'Andere Länder, andere Sitten'?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: When you see a cultural difference.

The phrase is used to acknowledge and accept cultural differences.

Match the German phrase with its English meaning. Match A1

将左侧的每个项目与右侧的配对匹配:

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Other countries, other customs.

This is the literal and figurative translation.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion B1

A: 'Warum tragen sie hier keine Schuhe im Haus?' B: '__________.'

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: Andere Länder, andere Sitten.

This is the most natural response to a question about cultural differences.

🎉 得分: /4

常见问题

3 个问题

It is neutral. You can use it with friends or in a professional setting.

Yes, it is perfectly fine in a professional email to explain a cultural difference.

No, it is generally seen as a sign of tolerance.

相关表达

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Andere Zeiten, andere Sitten

similar

Times change, customs change.

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Wie man sich bettet, so liegt man

contrast

You reap what you sow.

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Man muss sich anpassen

builds on

One must adapt.

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Weltoffen sein

similar

To be cosmopolitan.

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