Man muss das Eisen schmieden, solange es heiß ist
One should take advantage of an opportunity while it is available and favorable
In German
Man muss das Eisen schmieden, solange es heiß ist
Literal Translation
Meaning
Equivalent:"Strike while the iron is hot"
Origin:Derived from blacksmithing, where iron must be hot to be malleable and shaped. If it cools, it becomes hard and unworkable. This applies metaphorically to seizing opportunities.
Example Sentences
Example Sentences- 1
Die Firma expandiert gerade, also muss man das Eisen schmieden, solange es heiß ist und sich bewerben.
The company is expanding right now, so you have to strike while the iron is hot and apply.
- 2
Zögere nicht zu lange, man muss das Eisen schmieden, solange es heiß ist.
Don't hesitate too long, you have to strike while the iron is hot.
FAQ
How do you say "One should take advantage of an opportunity while it is available and favorable" in German?
"One should take advantage of an opportunity while it is available and favorable" in German is "Man muss das Eisen schmieden, solange es heiß ist" (man moos das eye-zen shmee-den zo-lang-e es heis ist). Example: Die Firma expandiert gerade, also muss man das Eisen schmieden, solange es heiß ist und sich bewerben..
