„Er ist das Abbild (von) seiner Mutter."
He is the very image of his mother.
What does „Er ist das Abbild (von) seiner Mutter." mean in German?
„Er ist das Abbild (von) seiner Mutter." means "He is the very image of his mother.." Literally: "He is the copy of his mother.."
Literal Translation
"He is the copy of his mother."
English Equivalent
"He's the spitting image of his mother."
This English idiom conveys the same meaning as the German expression.
Grammar Notes
Noun 'Abbild' = copy/image
Modern Form
Modern spelling: „Er ist das Abbild seiner Mutter."
When is this idiom used?
This expression is used in informal, casual German conversation among friends and family.
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In for a penny, in for a pound.
„Er kommt ab und zu."
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„Ich kann heute nicht abkommen."
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