A2Informal

Etwas auf eigene Faust machen

To do something on one's own initiative; to do something independently

In German

Etwas auf eigene Faust machen

ˈɛtvas aʊ̯f ˈaɪ̯ɡənə faʊ̯st ˈmaxn̩

Literal Translation

To do something on one's own fist

Meaning

To do something on one's own initiative; to do something independently

Equivalent:"To do something on one's own initiative; to go it alone"

Origin:The 'Faust' (fist) here symbolizes individual strength and determination, doing something without external help or guidance.

Example Sentences

1
Anstatt auf Hilfe zu warten, hat er es auf eigene Faust gemacht.
Instead of waiting for help, he did it on his own initiative.
2
Ich möchte diese Reise auf eigene Faust planen und erleben.
I want to plan and experience this trip independently.

FAQ

How do you say "To do something on one's own initiative; to do something independently" in German?

"To do something on one's own initiative; to do something independently" in German is "Etwas auf eigene Faust machen" (ˈɛtvas aʊ̯f ˈaɪ̯ɡənə faʊ̯st ˈmaxn̩). Example: Anstatt auf Hilfe zu warten, hat er es auf eigene Faust gemacht..

To get away; to make a quick exit

Sich vom Acker machen

zɪç fɔm ˈakɐ ˈmaxn̩

To be fed up with something; to have had enough

Die Nase voll haben

Dee Na-se fol ha-ben

To cast pearls before swine; to offer something valuable to those who cannot appreciate it

Perlen vor die Säue werfen

ˈpɛʁln̩ foːɐ̯ diː ˈzɔɪ̯ə ˈvɛʁfn̩

To guard something like the apple of one's eye; to protect something very carefully

Etwas wie seinen Augapfel hüten

ˈɛtvas viː ˈzaɪ̯nən ˈaʊ̯ɡˌapfl̩ ˈhyːtn̩