What is the English equivalent of "Er ist außer sich."?

The English equivalent of "Er ist außer sich." is "He's beside himself.".

A2 Informal Emotions

„Er ist außer sich."

He is beside himself.

„Er ist außer sich." means "He is beside himself.." Literally: "He is outside himself.."

"He is outside himself."

Er He

ist is

außer outside

sich himself

"He's beside himself."

This English idiom conveys the same meaning as the German expression.

Reflexive; strong emotion

Informal

This expression is used in informal, casual German conversation among friends and family.

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„Es drückt mir das Herz ab."

It breaks my heart.

„Er schrie Ach und Weh."

He made a great outcry.

„Das ekelt mich an."

I am disgusted with this.

„Er hat Anstoß genommen."

He was offended.

„Er hat sich darüber geärgert."

He was put out about it.

„Sie brach in Tränen aus."

She burst into tears.