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look the other way in German

look the other way in German is wegschauen, wegsehen.

look the other way in German

wegschauen

verb

(idiomatic) To ignore something wrong; to turn a blind eye to something; to connive at something.

wegsehen

verb

(idiomatic) To ignore something wrong; to turn a blind eye to something; to connive at something.

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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 "look the other way" in German?

"look the other way" in German is wegschauen, wegsehen.

Are there other ways to say "look the other way" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "look the other way": wegschauen, wegsehen.

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