„Ehe man sich's versieht."
Before one is aware of it.
What does „Ehe man sich's versieht." mean in German?
„Ehe man sich's versieht." means "Before one is aware of it.." Literally: "Before one sees oneself it.."
Literal Translation
"Before one sees oneself it."
English Equivalent
"Before you know it."
This English idiom conveys the same meaning as the German expression.
Grammar Notes
'ehe' = before; reflexive
When is this idiom used?
This expression is used in informal, casual German conversation among friends and family.
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