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eigen schuld, dikke bult

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Etymology

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Literally, own fault, fat bump (type of injury).

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˌɛi̯.ɣə(n) ˈsxʏlt ˌdɪ.kə ˈbʏlt/
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Phrase

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eigen schuld, dikke bult

  1. Expresses that one thinks a realised negative outcome is deserved; e.g. just deserts, reaping what one sows, having it coming, serving someone right