walk on eggshells in German

walk on eggshells in German is einen Eiertanz vollführen, wie ein rohes Ei behandeln.

walk on eggshells in German

einen Eiertanz vollführen

verb

(idiomatic) To be overly careful in dealing with a person or situation because they get angry or offended very easily; to try very hard not to upset someone or something.

wie ein rohes Ei behandeln

verb

(idiomatic) To be careful and sensitive, in handling very sensitive matters.

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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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What is "walk on eggshells" in German?

"walk on eggshells" in German is einen Eiertanz vollführen, wie ein rohes Ei behandeln.

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Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "walk on eggshells": einen Eiertanz vollführen, wie ein rohes Ei behandeln.

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