Example: Im komplexen Vortrag konnte sie den roten Faden behalten.
Definition
"Den roten Faden behalten" means to maintain a clear and consistent line of thought or argument throughout a complex discussion or presentation, ensuring that the main idea is not lost or forgotten.
Translations
keep the thread
mantener el hilo conductor
de rode draad vasthouden
mantenir el fil conductor
garder le fil conducteur
Etymology
The phrase "den roten Faden behalten" literally translates to "keep the red thread" and originates from a story by the German writer E.T.A. Hoffmann, where a red thread served as a guide through a complex labyrinth. It metaphorically represents keeping track of the main theme or idea.
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keep the thread