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Etwas auf Herz und Nieren prüfen

To test something thoroughly, to examine something in detail

In German

Etwas auf Herz und Nieren prüfen

ET-vas owf HERT oont NEE-ren PRY-fen

Literal Translation

To check something on heart and kidneys

Meaning

To test something thoroughly, to examine something in detail.

Equivalent:"To put something through its paces; To examine thoroughly"

Origin:Biblical origin, referring to God examining the innermost being (heart and kidneys were considered the seats of emotion and reason) of a person.

Example Sentences

1
Das neue System muss noch auf Herz und Nieren geprüft werden.
The new system still needs to be thoroughly tested.
2
Bevor wir das Auto kaufen, sollten wir es auf Herz und Nieren prüfen lassen.
Before we buy the car, we should have it thoroughly checked.

FAQ

How do you say "To test something thoroughly, to examine something in detail" in German?

"To test something thoroughly, to examine something in detail" in German is "Etwas auf Herz und Nieren prüfen" (ET-vas owf HERT oont NEE-ren PRY-fen). Example: Das neue System muss noch auf Herz und Nieren geprüft werden..

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