Das kommt nicht von ungefähr.

Based on: ungefähr
Phrase
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There’s a reason for it.

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  • An apple a day - der Spruch kommt nicht von ungefähr. Äpfel sind supergesund. (fixed expression)
  • An apple a day - there's a reason this saying exists. Apples are super healthy.
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Word of the Day – “ungefähr”

A quick look at the meaning of "ungefähr" and what estimates have to do with danger and driving.

Vocab: ungefähr, die Gefahr, gefährlich, circa

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How many meanings does the German word 'Das kommt nicht von ungefähr.' have?

Das kommt nicht von ungefähr. has 1 distinct meaning: 1. There’s a reason for it. .

What is 'Das kommt nicht von ungefähr.' related to?

The word 'Das kommt nicht von ungefähr.' is related to ungefähr.

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Word of the Day – “ungefähr”
A quick look at the meaning of "ungefähr" and what estimates have to do with danger and driving.
Vocab: ungefähr, die Gefahr, gefährlich, circa
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