more German proverbs

Although the illustrations lead a bit to be desired, I can't resist keeping the conversation going, and hopefully make your Monday after break a little less painful.

In German: Zu viele Köche verderben den Brei.

What it means: Too many cooks spoil the broth.

In German: Die Kuh vom Eis holen.

What it means: Escape a risky situation.

In German: Die dümmsten Bauern ernten die dicksten Kartoffeln.

What it means: Stupid people always win.

In German: “Nur die Harten kommen in den Garten.”

What it means: Only the strongest survive.

In German: Kleinvieh macht auch Mist.

What it means: Small amounts add up to something bigger.

In German: Auf einem Bein steht man nicht gut.

What it means: You need at least two drinks to have a good time.

In German: Da liegt der Hase im Pfeffer!

What it means: This is the cause of that.

In German: Klappe zu, Affe tot.

What it means: Let’s put an end to this.

In German: Kinder und Betrunkene sagen immer die Wahrheit.

What it means: It´s hard to find people who tell you the truth.

In German: Alles hat ein Ende, nur die Wurst hat zwei.

What it means: All good things must come to an end.

In German: Ich glaub, mein Schwein pfeift.

What it means: I don’t believe it.

In German: Du gehst mir tierisch auf den Keks.

What it means: You´re driving me crazy.

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