In Eile
Example: Ich bin in Eile, weil der Bus gleich kommt.
Definition
"In Eile" is a German expression used to describe the state of being in a hurry or rushing, often due to limited time. For example, saying "Ich bin in Eile" means "I am in a hurry" because something, like a bus, is about to arrive soon.
Etymology
The phrase "in Eile" comes from the German word "Eile," which means haste or hurry. It originates from Old High German "eila," related to swift movement. Did you know that "Eile" shares roots with the English word "ailing" in an older, unrelated sense of moving quickly or urgently?
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