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call the shots in German

call the shots in German is den Ton angeben, sagen, wo es langgeht.

call the shots in German

den Ton angeben

verb

(chiefly, US) To make the decisions; to be in charge; to give orders.

sagen, wo es langgeht

verb

(chiefly, US) To make the decisions; to be in charge; to give orders.

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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”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "call the shots" in German?

"call the shots" in German is den Ton angeben, sagen, wo es langgeht.

Are there other ways to say "call the shots" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "call the shots": den Ton angeben, sagen, wo es langgeht.

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