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Den Rubel rollen lassen

To spend money freely and generously, often for entertainment or to get things done

In German

Den Rubel rollen lassen

den roo-bel rol-en las-en

Literal Translation

To let the ruble roll

Meaning

To spend money freely and generously, often for entertainment or to get things done.

Equivalent:"To splash out"

Origin:The ruble was historically a common currency. 'Letting it roll' suggests a fluid, unhindered flow of money, indicating generous spending. Its origin is likely from historical trade or gambling contexts.

Example Sentences

1
Bei der Firmenfeier haben sie den Rubel richtig rollen lassen.
At the company party, they really let the money flow.
2
Wenn man einen guten Service will, muss man eben den Rubel rollen lassen.
If you want good service, you just have to spend generously.

FAQ

How do you say "To spend money freely and generously, often for entertainment or to get things done" in German?

"To spend money freely and generously, often for entertainment or to get things done" in German is "Den Rubel rollen lassen" (den roo-bel rol-en las-en). Example: Bei der Firmenfeier haben sie den Rubel richtig rollen lassen..

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Sich ins Zeug legen

zikh ins tsoyg lay-gen

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Auf großem Fuß leben

Auf gro-ßem Fuß leh-ben

To suffer from extreme poverty, to be very poor

Am Hungertuch nagen

am hoon-ger-tookh nah-gen

For a very low price, very cheaply

Für einen Appel und ein Ei

fuer eye-nen ap-el oont ine eye