„Sie schlagen das zu hoch an."
You rate this too high.
What does „Sie schlagen das zu hoch an." mean in German?
„Sie schlagen das zu hoch an." means "You rate this too high.." Literally: "You strike this too high.."
Literal Translation
"You strike this too high."
English Equivalent
"You're overvaluing this."
This English idiom conveys the same meaning as the German expression.
Grammar Notes
Figurative use of 'anschlagen'
When is this idiom used?
This expression is used in informal, casual German conversation among friends and family.
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