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Kleinvieh macht auch Mist

Even small contributions or earnings, when accumulated, can amount to something significant

In German

Kleinvieh macht auch Mist

kline-fee makhkt oukh mist
Literal Translation
Small cattle also make manure
Meaning
Even small contributions or earnings, when accumulated, can amount to something significant.

Equivalent:"Every little bit helps / Many a mickle makes a muckle"

Origin:A rural proverb. While large animals produce a lot of manure, even many small animals collectively contribute a significant amount, symbolizing the value of small, consistent efforts or gains.

Example Sentences

  1. 1

    Diese kleinen Nebeneinnahmen scheinen nicht viel zu sein, aber Kleinvieh macht auch Mist.

    These small side incomes don't seem like much, but every little bit helps.

  2. 2

    Ich spare jeden Tag nur einen Euro, aber Kleinvieh macht auch Mist.

    I only save one euro every day, but every little bit adds up.

FAQ

How do you say "Even small contributions or earnings, when accumulated, can amount to something significant" in German?

"Even small contributions or earnings, when accumulated, can amount to something significant" in German is "Kleinvieh macht auch Mist" (kline-fee makhkt oukh mist). Example: Diese kleinen Nebeneinnahmen scheinen nicht viel zu sein, aber Kleinvieh macht auch Mist..

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