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It describes very windy conditions, indicating that the wind is so strong it seems to whistle around the ears.

Der Wind pfeift um die Ohren

Describes a very tense or uncomfortable atmosphere that feels almost tangible.

Die Luft ist zum Schneiden dick

to describe very heavy snowfall in an emphatic, colloquial way

Es schneit wie verrückt

Describes very heavy rain, as if water were being poured from buckets.

Es gießt wie aus Kübeln

Describes a situation where the fog is so thick that visibility is extremely limited.

Der Nebel hängt so; dass man die Hand nicht vor Augen sieht

Describes being suddenly overwhelmed by heat, e.g., when entering a hot room or opening a door to the outside.

schlägt; entgegen

Describes an extreme heat that feels unbearable or very oppressive

Es ist zum Verrücktwerden; heiß

Means that something takes place or is available continuously, all day and all night.

um die Uhr

Describes something that is extremely punctual or precise, functioning like a mechanical clock.

pünktlich wie ein Uhrwerk

Expression meaning 'in no time at all', used to indicate that something will happen very quickly.

in null Komma nichts

to do something at the very last possible moment, just before a deadline or scheduled time

auf den letzten Drücker

to do something very quickly or achieve something in an instant

im Handumdrehen

used to express that something is done quickly or without much preparation

auf die Schnelle

used to express that something will happen soon

in Kürze

Sudden, unexpected change or decision that occurs from one day to the next.

von heute auf morgen

Expression used to indicate that something happens instantly or very quickly, often in informal contexts

im Nu

expresses that something develops or changes gradually over time.

mit der Zeit

to reject or criticize something in a sweeping, undifferentiated manner

in Bausch und Bogen

Used to discuss long-term perspectives or consequences.

auf lange Sicht

Question asking whether a situation or condition remains the same as before.

Ist das immer noch so

Question asking for the distance to the nearest train station.

Wie weit ist es bis zum nächsten; zum nächsten

Asking whether one can quickly walk from the current location to a destination (e.g., the museum).

Läuft man; zum

Expression used to indicate that using the tram can make the route shorter (save time).

Man kann; verkürzen

Used to inform someone that something (e.g., the bus stop) is located very close by.

ist gleich um die Ecke

Expression used to ask for the most direct or shortest route to a destination.

Ich suche den; Weg; zur

Asking politely for a repeated visual indication of a location or route on a map, typically in travel or direction‑giving situations.

Können Sie mir; nochmal auf der Karte zeigen

Polite request to ask someone to show you the menu (or a similar item) in a restaurant or café.

Könnten; Sie mir bitte; zeigen

Polite request for a drink or food item in a café or restaurant.

Ich nehme; bitte

Expression used to say that the food looks tasty or appetizing.

sieht; aus

Used to ask for the bill/check in a restaurant, café or other service setting.

Die Rechnung, bitte.

A polite request to be allowed to see the menu (or another item) in a restaurant or café.

Darf ich; sehen

Used to order the daily special or a specific dish in a restaurant or cafeteria.

Ich nehme das; das

Asking for a recommendation in a particular place or situation.

Was empfehlen Sie;

Polite request for a small portion of dessert, typically used in restaurants or cafés.

Ich hätte gern; zum

It means the food contains too much salt and tastes unpleasant.

Das Essen ist; zu salzig

A suggestion to split the bill equally, often used in informal situations such as restaurants or bars.

Wir teilen die Rechnung, bitte

Comment on the size of a portion, typically in restaurants or at home.

Die Portion ist

A positive assessment that the price‑performance ratio offers good value for money.

Ich finde; gut

To place an SOS call in order to obtain help in a life‑threatening situation.

SOS‑Ruf senden

An urgent cry for help when immediate medical assistance is required.

Hilfe, ich brauche; Hilfe!

Used to make an emergency call to the fire department, especially in situations such as fires or accidents.

Feuerwehr anrufen

to dial the emergency number to request help in an urgent situation

Notrufnummer wählen

Used to tell someone to remain calm or composed, especially in stressful or dangerous situations.

Bleiben Sie; ruhig!

Instruction to perform chest compressions, typically in CPR situations.

Brustkompressionen durchführen

A question asking whether everything is okay, used after an incident or as a polite everyday check.

Ist alles in Ordnung

A command to leave a building immediately for safety reasons.

Evakuieren Sie; sofort

Providing assistance in emergency situations to save lives or minimize injuries until professional help arrives.

Ersthilfe leisten

to request faster or more immediate assistance, especially in emergencies or critical situations

Schnellere Hilfe anfordern

Instruction not to move the affected person, especially in emergencies such as accidents or medical incidents.

Betroffenen nicht bewegen

To provide immediate medical care that keeps injured persons stable before transport.

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