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back to square one in German

back to square one in German is Alles auf Anfang, zurück auf Feld eins.

back to square one in German

Alles auf Anfang

adj

(idiomatic) Located back at the start, as after a dead end or failure.

zurück auf Feld eins

adj

(idiomatic) Located back at the start, as after a dead end or failure.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "back to square one" in German?

"back to square one" in German is Alles auf Anfang, zurück auf Feld eins.

Are there other ways to say "back to square one" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "back to square one": Alles auf Anfang, zurück auf Feld eins.

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