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sacrificial lamb in German

sacrificial lamb in German is Opferlamm, Bauernopfer.

sacrificial lamb in German

Opferlamm

noun

A lamb killed as an offering to the gods.

Bauernopfer

noun

(figurative, by extension) A person who is sacrificed (not literally) for the greater good of some cause.

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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”.

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What is "sacrificial lamb" in German?

"sacrificial lamb" in German is Opferlamm, Bauernopfer.

Are there other ways to say "sacrificial lamb" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "sacrificial lamb": Opferlamm, Bauernopfer.

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