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Ins Fettnäpfchen treten

To put one's foot in one's mouth, to make a blunder or faux pas

In German

Ins Fettnäpfchen treten

ins FETT-nepf-chen TRAY-ten

Literal Translation

To step into the fat pot

Meaning

To put one's foot in one's mouth, to make a blunder or faux pas.

Equivalent:"To put one's foot in one's mouth"

Origin:In earlier times, farmhouses often had a pot of fat or grease near the door to lubricate leather shoes. Stepping into it would create a mess and be embarrassing.

Example Sentences

1
Ich habe mal wieder ins Fettnäpfchen getreten und etwas Unpassendes gesagt.
I've put my foot in my mouth again and said something inappropriate.
2
Sei vorsichtig, dass du bei der Besprechung nicht ins Fettnäpfchen trittst.
Be careful not to put your foot in your mouth during the meeting.

FAQ

How do you say "To put one's foot in one's mouth, to make a blunder or faux pas" in German?

"To put one's foot in one's mouth, to make a blunder or faux pas" in German is "Ins Fettnäpfchen treten" (ins FETT-nepf-chen TRAY-ten). Example: Ich habe mal wieder ins Fettnäpfchen getreten und etwas Unpassendes gesagt..

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