Example: Er musste das Team motivieren, um den Ball ins Rollen zu bringen.
Definition
"Den Ball ins Rollen bringen" is a German idiom meaning to initiate or start a process or action, especially one that will lead to further developments. For example, it describes motivating a team to begin working effectively or to get something moving.
Translations
get the ball rolling
poner la pelota en marcha
de bal aan het rollen brengen
posar la pilota en marxa
mettre la machine en route
Etymology
The phrase "den Ball ins Rollen bringen" literally translates to "to get the ball rolling" in English. It originates from the imagery of starting a ball to roll, symbolizing the beginning of movement or activity. This idiom reflects the metaphorical use of sports or physical activity to represent initiating actions.
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get the ball rolling