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Teufel

English translation of Teufel

devil

The German word for devil is Teufel. It is a masculine noun and is used to refer to the devil in a religious or mythological context. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to a person who is extremely cruel or evil.


Example sentences using: Teufel

Der Teufel steckt im Detail

English translation of Der Teufel steckt im Detail

The devil is in the detail

This proverbial phrase is used to suggest that although something might look simple at first, there is a catch or a mystery hidden in the details.

Er ist ein wahrer Teufel in der Küche

English translation of Er ist ein wahrer Teufel in der Küche

He is a real devil in the kitchen

This phrase is used to describe someone who is very skilled and quick in the kitchen. It is a humorous idiom to praise someone's cooking abilities.

Du spielst mit dem Teufel

English translation of Du spielst mit dem Teufel

You are playing with the devil

This is a warning phrase used to indicate that someone is taking a huge risk or flirting with danger. It suggests that the person is doing something dangerous that can backfire or cause harm.

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