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Die Nase voll haben
To be fed up with something, to have had enough
In German
Die Nase voll haben
dee NAH-ze foll HAH-ben
Literal Translation
Literal TranslationTo have one's nose full
Meaning
MeaningTo be fed up with something, to have had enough.
Equivalent:"To be fed up with something"
Origin:Likely refers to the unpleasant sensation of a 'full nose' from a bad smell or a cold, symbolizing being overwhelmed or disgusted.
Example Sentences
Example Sentences- 1
Ich habe die Nase voll von dieser ewigen Diskussion.
I'm fed up with this endless discussion.
- 2
Er hat die Nase voll von seinem Job und sucht etwas Neues.
He's fed up with his job and is looking for something new.
FAQ
How do you say "To be fed up with something, to have had enough" in German?
"To be fed up with something, to have had enough" in German is "Die Nase voll haben" (dee NAH-ze foll HAH-ben). Example: Ich habe die Nase voll von dieser ewigen Diskussion..
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