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Durch die Wände klettern

English translation of Durch die Wände klettern

climbing through the walls

The phrase 'Durch die Wände klettern' is a German idiom that means 'to go through the roof' or 'to get really angry'. It is used to express a sudden and extreme emotional reaction, often of anger or frustration. The phrase is not meant to be taken literally, as it is not physically possible to climb through walls. Instead, it is a figurative expression that conveys a strong emotional response.


Example sentences using: Durch die Wände klettern

Er kann wirklich Durch die Wände klettern, um zu erreichen, was er will.

English translation of Er kann wirklich Durch die Wände klettern, um zu erreichen, was er will.

He can really climb through the walls to achieve what he wants.

This is a metaphorical expression describing someone's exceptional determination and ability to overcome obstacles.

Ich fühlte mich, als ob ich Durch die Wände klettern müsste, um das Projekt abzuschließen.

English translation of Ich fühlte mich, als ob ich Durch die Wände klettern müsste, um das Projekt abzuschließen.

I felt like I had to climb through the walls to finish the project.

This phrase is often used to express the great effort or difficulty someone faced in managing a situation or accomplishing a task.

Sie hat die Fähigkeit, Durch die Wände zu klettern, wenn es um ihre Familie geht.

English translation of Sie hat die Fähigkeit, Durch die Wände zu klettern, wenn es um ihre Familie geht.

She has the ability to climb through the walls when it comes to her family.

This statement shows the speaker's acknowledgement of the subject's sheer determination and whatever it takes approach, especially when her family is involved.

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