Und, dass sowas von sowas kommt
And that such things come from such things
Language note: An example of German's logical structure using 'von' to show origin.
Culture note: This sentiment emphasizes causality and consequence, a philosophical aspect often explored in German literature.
Context: Reflect on how small actions, like sending off balloons, can lead to bigger consequences.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Und
[ʊnt]
and
A conjunction used to connect sentences or elements in a sentence.
Und das ist nicht alles.
And that is not all.
dass
[das]
that
Used to introduce a clause expressing a statement or thought.
Es ist wichtig, dass es funktioniert.
It's important that it works.
sowas
[ˈzoːvas]
such
Used to emphasize the degree or extent of something.
Sowas erlebe ich täglich.
I experience such things daily.
von
[fɔn]
from
Used to indicate the source, origin, or starting point of something.
Es kommt von der Arbeit.
It comes from work.
sowas
[ˈzoːvas]
such
Used to emphasize the degree or extent of something.
Sowas erlebe ich täglich.
I experience such things daily.
kommt
[kɔmt]
comes
The third person singular form of the verb 'kommen', meaning to arrive or appear.
Der Sommer kommt bald.
Summer is coming soon.
Phrase Parts
Und, dass sowas
Von sowas kommt
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