dig in in German
dig in in German is reinhauen, sich eingraben — dig in means to start eating, especially eagerly. Often said as an invitation at the table.
dig in in German
reinhauen
(colloquial) To begin eating.
sich eingraben
(military, also, figurative, _, in, _, sport) To dig trenches to resist an enemy attack.
What does "dig in" mean?
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phrasal verb To start eating, especially eagerly. Often said as an invitation at the table.
"Everyone's served — dig in."
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phrasal verb To refuse to shift your position in an argument or negotiation. Often extended to dig in your heels.
"Both sides have dug in and talks have stalled."
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phrasal verb To dig defensive positions and settle into them, or more generally to prepare to hold a position for a long time.
"The battalion dug in along the ridge before nightfall."
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phrasal verb To mix something into soil by digging.
"Dig in plenty of compost before you plant the roses."
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dig in in a sentence
- Everyone's served — dig in.
- They dug in before the host had even sat down.
- Both sides have dug in and talks have stalled.
- She dug in and would not apologise.
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What is "dig in" in German?
"dig in" in German is reinhauen, sich eingraben. dig in means: To start eating, especially eagerly. Often said as an invitation at the table.
How do you use "dig in" in a sentence?
Example: "Everyone's served — dig in." In German, "dig in" is reinhauen, sich eingraben.
Are there other ways to say "dig in" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "dig in": reinhauen, sich eingraben.
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