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German expressions with 'sun'

August 17, 2022

Sunlight and being outdoors usually give us a real boost. We look at German idioms using the word "sun."

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We have brought you German expressions with the elements, like earth, waterand fire. Now, we offer you phrases using another wonder of nature that packs a dynamite punch: the sun.

Many of us try to appreciate the little things in life, like the sheer pleasureof sitting in the sunlight for a few minutes to recharge our batteries. Let's hope we don't forget such treats.

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Click through the gallery above to learn phrases with "sun."

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This article was originally published in June 2021.

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Louisa Schaefer Culture editor and reporter based in Cologne/Bonn, originally from the US