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Day: September 25, 2019

Idioms and Animals in German (Horses, Donkeys)

September 25, 2019April 5, 2026 Lisa

Speaking in German is like talking in picture books. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. Everything you say somehow brings up visuals. The animal kingdom is well represented in many languages. I’ve noticed a lot of idioms,… Read moreIdioms and Animals in German (Horses, Donkeys)

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