A2Informal

Sich vom Acker machen

To get away; to make a quick exit

In German

Sich vom Acker machen

zɪç fɔm ˈakɐ ˈmaxn̩
Literal Translation
To make oneself from the field
Meaning
To get away; to make a quick exit

Equivalent:"To make a quick exit; to beat it"

Origin:This idiom likely originates from rural life, where 'Acker' (field) represents a place of work or obligation. To 'make oneself from the field' means to leave that place, often quickly and without permission.

Example Sentences

  1. 1

    Als die Polizei kam, haben sich die Jugendlichen schnell vom Acker gemacht.

    When the police came, the youngsters quickly made a quick exit.

  2. 2

    Es wird spät, ich muss mich vom Acker machen.

    It's getting late, I have to get away.

FAQ

How do you say "To get away; to make a quick exit" in German?

"To get away; to make a quick exit" in German is "Sich vom Acker machen" (zɪç fɔm ˈakɐ ˈmaxn̩). Example: Als die Polizei kam, haben sich die Jugendlichen schnell vom Acker gemacht..

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