Ein warmes Plätzchen haben
To have a comfortable, secure, and well-paying job or position, often obtained through connections or privilege rather than pure merit
In German
Ein warmes Plätzchen haben
Literal Translation
Meaning
Equivalent:"To have a cushy job"
Origin:A 'warm spot' implies comfort and security, contrasting with the cold and harsh realities of unemployment or difficult labor. It suggests a sheltered or privileged position.
Example Sentences
Example Sentences- 1
Nach dem Studium hat er sofort ein warmes Plätzchen im Familienunternehmen gefunden.
After his studies, he immediately found a comfortable position in the family business.
- 2
Man sagt, er hat nur wegen seiner Beziehungen so ein warmes Plätzchen bekommen.
They say he only got such a cushy job because of his connections.
FAQ
How do you say "To have a comfortable, secure, and well-paying job or position, often obtained through connections or privilege rather than pure merit" in German?
"To have a comfortable, secure, and well-paying job or position, often obtained through connections or privilege rather than pure merit" in German is "Ein warmes Plätzchen haben" (ine var-mes pletz-khen hah-ben). Example: Nach dem Studium hat er sofort ein warmes Plätzchen im Familienunternehmen gefunden..
