German proverbs & sayings quiz

Proverbs and sayings play a significant role in German culture, reflecting the wisdom, humor (yes, it exists), and values of the culture. These concise and often poetic expressions provide insights into German customs, beliefs, and everyday life.

Whether you’re a language enthusiast, a traveler, or simply curious about German culture, this quiz will put your knowledge to the test.

So, if you’re ready to embark on a linguistic and cultural journey through the German-speaking world, get ready to match the proverbs with their meanings, decipher their hidden messages, and discover the fascinating cultural insights behind these age-old sayings.

Viel Erfolg! (Good luck!)

1. What is the meaning of the saying “Aller Anfang ist schwer”?




 

2. “Wer A sagt, muss auch B sagen” translates to:




 

3. What is the German equivalent of the English saying “The early bird catches the worm”?




 

4. “Ein Unglück kommt selten allein” means:




 

5. What is the German equivalent of the proverb “Actions speak louder than words”?




 

6. What’s the German saying for “adding an unsolicited comment?”




 

7. What is the German equivalent of the saying “Better late than never”?




 

8. What is the meaning of giving someone a “Wink mit dem Zaunpfahl” (wave with a fence post)?




 

9. What is “Dicke Luft” (thick air)?




 

10. When something is broken or failed, it is …




 

11. In German we don’t have mnemonic devices, but we build …




 

12. What’s the German equivalent of “comparing apples and oranges”?