A2Informal
Eine Extrawurst braten
To make an exception for someone; to give someone special treatment
In German
Eine Extrawurst braten
ˈaɪ̯nə ˈɛkstʁaˌvʊʁst ˈbʁaːtn̩
Literal Translation
Literal TranslationTo fry an extra sausage
Meaning
MeaningTo make an exception for someone; to give someone special treatment
Equivalent:"To make an exception for someone; to give special treatment"
Origin:This idiom originates from the idea of a butcher or cook making a special sausage just for one person, implying preferential treatment.
Example Sentences
Example Sentences- 1
Für ihn wird immer eine Extrawurst gebraten, das ist unfair.
An exception is always made for him, that's unfair.
- 2
Ich kann dir keine Extrawurst braten, die Regeln gelten für alle.
I can't give you special treatment, the rules apply to everyone.
FAQ
How do you say "To make an exception for someone; to give someone special treatment" in German?
"To make an exception for someone; to give someone special treatment" in German is "Eine Extrawurst braten" (ˈaɪ̯nə ˈɛkstʁaˌvʊʁst ˈbʁaːtn̩). Example: Für ihn wird immer eine Extrawurst gebraten, das ist unfair..
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