prashant1104
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Apr 10, 2025
3:19 AM
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The idiom "Die Kirche im Dorf lassen" literally means “to leave the church in the village,” and it’s used to tell someone not to overreact or exaggerate. It’s similar to saying “don’t blow things out of proportion” or “let’s not get carried away.”
For example, if someone suggests spending an enormous budget on a small party, you might respond with, “Lass die Kirche im Dorf,” meaning “Let’s not go overboard.”
This idiom is rooted in rural tradition, where the church symbolized the center of village life. Moving it—or metaphorically exaggerating something—would be seen as absurd. Among German idioms, this one provides a great example of how local culture and history influence language. It’s practical, wise, and often used in debates or negotiations to bring things back to a realistic perspective.
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