Op eieren lopen
Example: Je moet op eieren lopen in deze gevoelige situatie.
Definition
"Op eieren lopen" is a Dutch expression meaning to act very carefully and cautiously, especially in a delicate or sensitive situation where one must avoid causing offense or trouble.
Etymology
The phrase "op eieren lopen" literally translates to "walk on eggs" in English. It originates from the idea that walking on eggs requires extreme care to avoid breaking them, symbolizing the need for careful and delicate behavior in sensitive contexts.
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"Op eieren lopen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C1) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used expressions.
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to tread carefully