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Etwas schwarzmalen

To be overly pessimistic, to exaggerate difficulties, to portray something in an excessively negative light

In German

Etwas schwarzmalen

et-vas shvarts-ma-len

Literal Translation

To paint something black

Meaning

To be overly pessimistic, to exaggerate difficulties, to portray something in an excessively negative light.

Equivalent:"To paint a bleak picture"

Origin:Originates from the idea of depicting something in dark, gloomy colors, thereby emphasizing its negative aspects or difficulties.

Example Sentences

1
Hör auf, alles schwarzmalen, es wird schon gut gehen.
Stop painting everything black (being pessimistic); it will be alright.
2
Sie neigt dazu, die Zukunft immer schwarzmalen.
She tends to always paint the future black (be pessimistic about it).

FAQ

How do you say "To be overly pessimistic, to exaggerate difficulties, to portray something in an excessively negative light" in German?

"To be overly pessimistic, to exaggerate difficulties, to portray something in an excessively negative light" in German is "Etwas schwarzmalen" (et-vas shvarts-ma-len). Example: Hör auf, alles schwarzmalen, es wird schon gut gehen..

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