„Durch Erfahrung wird man klug."
A burnt child dreads the fire.
What does „Durch Erfahrung wird man klug." mean in German?
„Durch Erfahrung wird man klug." means "A burnt child dreads the fire.." Literally: "Through experience one becomes wise.."
Literal Translation
"Through experience one becomes wise."
English Equivalent
"Once bitten, twice shy."
This English idiom conveys the same meaning as the German expression.
Grammar Notes
Proverb
When is this idiom used?
This expression is used in formal or literary German, often found in written texts and speeches.
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Related Idioms
„Mit der Dummheit kämpfen Götter selbst vergebens."
Even the gods fight in vain against stupidity.
„Der Schein trügt."
Appearances are deceptive.
„Wer A sagt, muß auch B sagen."
In for a penny, in for a pound.
„Er kommt ab und zu."
He comes now and then.
„Er ist das Abbild (von) seiner Mutter."
He is the very image of his mother.
„Ich kann heute nicht abkommen."
I can't get away (off) today.
