Die Nase rümpfen
wrinkle your nose
The phrase 'Die Nase rümpfen' is the German equivalent of 'wrinkle your nose'. It is used to express disgust or disapproval. In German, the verb 'rümpfen' is used to describe the action of wrinkling or crinkling something, in this case, the nose. This phrase is often used in everyday conversation and can also be found in literature and other forms of media.
Example sentences using: Die Nase rümpfen
Vor dem Geruch des Mülls ziehe ich Die Nase rümpfen.
In front of the smell of garbage, I turn up my nose.
This phrase is used to express distaste or disgust, typically for a strong, unpleasant odor. The speaker is saying that they react negatively to the smell of garbage.
Sie kann leicht Die Nase rümpfen, wenn sie unzufrieden ist.
She can easily turn up her nose if she is dissatisfied.
This phrase describes a person who may express dissatisfaction or disapproval through facial expressions, especially by 'turning up her nose.'
Beim Anblick des schmutzigen Zimmers, muss man Die Nase rümpfen.
At the sight of the dirty room, one must turn up his nose.
The sentence demonstrates a reaction of disgust or disdain, typically for something that is not clean or tidy. In this case, upon viewing a dirty room.