Seinen Senf dazugeben
To put in one's two cents, to offer an unsolicited opinion or comment
In German
Seinen Senf dazugeben
Literal Translation
Meaning
Equivalent:"To put in one's two cents; To stick one's oar in"
Origin:Historically, mustard was a cheap condiment, so adding it to a dish didn't cost much, just like adding an opinion to a conversation.
Example Sentences
Example Sentences- 1
Er muss immer seinen Senf dazugeben, auch wenn niemand ihn gefragt hat.
He always has to put in his two cents, even when no one asked him.
- 2
Ich wollte nur kurz etwas sagen, aber dann musste er natürlich auch seinen Senf dazugeben.
I just wanted to say something quickly, but then he, of course, also had to put in his two cents.
FAQ
How do you say "To put in one's two cents, to offer an unsolicited opinion or comment" in German?
"To put in one's two cents, to offer an unsolicited opinion or comment" in German is "Seinen Senf dazugeben" (ZY-nen ZENF DAH-tsoo-gey-ben). Example: Er muss immer seinen Senf dazugeben, auch wenn niemand ihn gefragt hat..
