Tag: germany
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Exploring the Charm of German ‘Bauernregeln’: A Cultural Dive into Traditional Farming Proverbs
In the heart of Germany’s rich cultural tapestry lies a unique and enduring tradition – the ‘Bauernregeln’, or farmers’ proverbs. Rooted in the agricultural heritage of the country, these pithy sayings offer more than just weather predictions; they are a window into Germany’s rural past and a testament to the wisdom of its ancestors. The…
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KFC Germany congratulates on the Reichspogromnacht (Kristallnacht)
Commemoration of the Reichspogromnacht Go ahead and treat yourself to more tender cheese to go with your crispy chicken. Now at KFCheese. This message was actually spread by KFC via the KFC app on November 9, 2022. We’ll let that go without comment, but we wonder who works in marketing at Kentucky Fried Chicken Germany……
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Some short jokes about Germany
Why does Germany have so many different kinds of bread? Well, we had to do something with the ovens. — Why did both Germany and the U.S want to hire Apes during World War Two? Because they are excellent at waging Gorilla warfare! — Q: What country is ill? A: Germany. — Why did Germany…
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What is the German National Dish?
Germany has many regional dishes. And many dishes eaten by the majority of the population do not come from Germany: e.g. kebab, pizza or burgers. But what is actually traditionally eaten everywhere in Germany is sauerkraut. It is not for nothing that we are called “Krauts” abroad and “Sauerkraut” has been adopted into the English…
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What does the German word “baerbocken” mean?
The German verb “baerbocken” (“to bearbock”) means “to falsify one’s resume”. It is derived from the name “Annalena Baerbock”. Baerbock is the candidate for chancellor of the German Green Party in 2021. She has published a resume with false information several times.
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10 Things to do in Bonn
Planning to visit Bonn in Germany? Here are our ultimate 10 things you should do in Germanys former capital. Beethoven House This is a must – Beethoven’s birthplace at Bonngasse 20. There is not only a museum but also a very nice small garden, a research centre (Beethoven archive), a chamber music hall and a shop…