Hans Dampf in allen Gassen

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German[edit]

Alternative forms[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Literally: “John Steam in all alleys”.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /hans ˈdampf ɪn ˈalən ˈɡasən/
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Noun[edit]

Hans Dampf in allen Gassen m (strong, genitive Hans Dampf in allen Gassen, no plural)

  1. (idiomatic) a talented and versatile person who is involved in many endeavours, implying initiative and great activity, but possibly also a certain rashness or recklessness; a self-starter, go-getter, allrounder, jack of all trades
    Synonym: Tausendsassa
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