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Dass ihm ein Engel fehlt.

That it's missing an angel.

Language note: Using 'fehlt' (missing) suggests a poignant absence, intensifying the compliment.

Culture note: Angelic references are typical in expressions highlighting excellence or rarity.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

Dass

[dass]

that

Used to introduce a clause, especially when the preceding word implies disclosing or reporting anything.

Ich weiß, dass du kommst.

I know that you are coming.

ihm

[eem]

him

The objective case of he, used as a direct or indirect object.

Ich gebe ihm das Buch.

I give him the book.

ein

[ayn]

Indefinite article used before a word starting with a vowel or vowel sound.

Ein Apfel fällt nicht weit vom Stamm.

An apple doesn't fall far from the tree.

Engel

[eng-el]

angel

A spiritual being believed to act as an attendant, agent, or messenger of God.

Sie ist wie ein Engel auf Erden.

She is like an angel on earth.

fehlt

[felt]

missing

Not present or included when expected or supposed to be.

Ein Puzzleteil fehlt.

A puzzle piece is missing.

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