Es zieht wie Hechtsuppe
phrase cultural phrases
LanguageGerman (Germany)
Meaning- It’s drafty (literally: it pulls like pike soup)
- This is a humorous way to describe a very strong cold draft of air entering a room, often through doors or windows.
Mach bitte das Fenster zu, es zieht wie Hechtsuppe.
Please close the window, it is very drafty here.
Registerinformal
Usage noteThis is a colloquial expression used when feeling an uncomfortable breeze in a building. It is not literal and should be used with friends or family.
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