A2Business
Sein Geld auf die hohe Kante legen
To save money, to put money aside for later
In German
Sein Geld auf die hohe Kante legen
zine gelt ouf dee ho-e kan-te lay-gen
Literal Translation
To put one's money on the high edge
Meaning
To save money, to put money aside for later.
Equivalent:"To put money aside"
Origin:Refers to the old custom of hiding money in secret places, often on top of a cupboard or shelf (the 'high edge'), to keep it safe.
Example Sentences
- 1
Es ist wichtig, jeden Monat etwas Geld auf die hohe Kante zu legen.
It's important to put some money aside every month.
- 2
Sie hat ihr ganzes Leben lang Geld auf die hohe Kante gelegt und kann sich jetzt eine schöne Rente leisten.
She saved money her whole life and can now afford a nice retirement.
FAQ
How do you say "To save money, to put money aside for later" in German?
"To save money, to put money aside for later" in German is "Sein Geld auf die hohe Kante legen" (zine gelt ouf dee ho-e kan-te lay-gen). Example: Es ist wichtig, jeden Monat etwas Geld auf die hohe Kante zu legen..
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