Example: Die innovativen Ideen sprengten den Rahmen der bisherigen Diskussionen.
Definition
"Den Rahmen sprengen" means to exceed or break the established limits or boundaries of something, often in a figurative sense. It describes actions or ideas that go beyond what is considered usual, acceptable, or expected within a certain context or framework.
Translations
go beyond the scope
exceder el marco
te ver gaan
superar el marc
dépasser le cadre
Etymology
The phrase "den Rahmen sprengen" originates from German, where "Rahmen" means frame and "sprengen" means to burst or explode. Literally, it refers to breaking a physical frame, but figuratively it has come to mean going beyond limits or constraints. Did you know? This vivid imagery helps convey the idea of something so powerful or innovative that it cannot be contained within traditional boundaries.
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go beyond the scope