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je später der Abend, desto schöner die Gäste

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German

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Etymology

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Literally, the later the evening, the more beautiful (i.e. pleasant) are the guests. Compare the same in Dutch hoe later op de avond, hoe schoner het volk.

Phrase

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je später der Abend, desto schöner die Gäste

  1. Used to welcome and compliment guests who arrive significantly later than the begin of a party or gathering.
  2. (less common) The longer a party lasts, the more fun it becomes.