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Ich kann keinen Schritt machen.

English translation of Ich kann keinen Schritt machen.

Not being able to take another step

This phrase is used to express the inability to move or make progress, often due to physical or emotional reasons. The German equivalent, 'Ich kann keinen Schritt machen.', uses the verb 'können' (can) and the negation 'keinen' (no), followed by the noun 'Schritt' (step) and the verb 'machen' (make).


Example sentences using: Ich kann keinen Schritt machen.

Ich bin so müde, dass ich keinen Schritt machen kann.

English translation of Ich bin so müde, dass ich keinen Schritt machen kann.

I am so tired, that I can't make a step.

The phrase is used to illustrate a state of extreme tiredness where the person can barely move or is unable to move.

Ich habe mir den Fuß verstaucht und kann keinen Schritt machen.

English translation of Ich habe mir den Fuß verstaucht und kann keinen Schritt machen.

I have sprained my foot and I can't make a step.

This phrase is used when someone has injured their foot or ankle and is unable to walk. A sprained foot is a common injury that can make it painful to walk or even stand.

Nach dem langen Rennen kann ich keinen Schritt machen.

English translation of Nach dem langen Rennen kann ich keinen Schritt machen.

After the long race, I can't make a step.

This phrase is usually said after a particularly strenuous activity or event, where a person is left with little to no energy and hence, is unable to move or walk.

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