„Ich weiß das auswendig."
I know that by heart.
What does „Ich weiß das auswendig." mean in German?
„Ich weiß das auswendig." means "I know that by heart.." Literally: "I know that outwardly.."
Literal Translation
"I know that outwardly."
English Equivalent
"I know it by heart."
This English idiom conveys the same meaning as the German expression.
Grammar Notes
'auswendig wissen/können' = to know by heart
When is this idiom used?
This expression is used in informal, casual German conversation among friends and family.
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