ach du liebe Zeit

German

Etymology

Literally, “oh you dear time”.

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Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˌax du ˈliːbə ˌtsaɪ̯t/ (strongest stress always on liebe)

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Interjection

ach du liebe Zeit!

1. An expression of surprise, shock or confusion.

   Synonyms: ach du meine Güte, ach du grüne Neun(e)

Further reading

• “ach du liebe Zeit” in Digitales Wörterbuch der deutschen Sprache