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Grau in Grau

Dull, monotonous, boring, lacking variety or excitement

In German

Grau in Grau

grau in grau

Literal Translation

Grey in grey

Meaning

Dull, monotonous, boring, lacking variety or excitement.

Equivalent:"Dull and dreary"

Origin:The repetition of 'grey' emphasizes the lack of color, and by extension, the lack of vibrancy, excitement, or variety.

Example Sentences

1
Das Wetter war heute grau in Grau, sehr deprimierend.
The weather today was grey in grey (dull and monotonous), very depressing.
2
Ihr Leben war grau in Grau, bis sie anfing zu reisen.
Her life was grey in grey (monotonous) until she started traveling.

FAQ

How do you say "Dull, monotonous, boring, lacking variety or excitement" in German?

"Dull, monotonous, boring, lacking variety or excitement" in German is "Grau in Grau" (grau in grau). Example: Das Wetter war heute grau in Grau, sehr deprimierend..

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