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German
GermanPantoffelheld
Meaning: A man who is only bold and brave at home — a henpecked pushover who bluster turns into a hero when the front door closes.
Literally: Slipper hero
Origin: German Pantoffel (slipper) + Held (hero); all his heroics are performed in slippers, not armour.
More German compliments & insults
- Du bist nicht die hellste Kerze auf der Torte You're a little dim — not the smartest in the room.
- Du bist ein Schatz You're a sweetheart.
- Du hast doch einen Vogel You're a bit out of your mind.
- Du gehst mir auf den Keks You're getting on my nerves.
- Schlaumeier A smart aleck or know-it-all.
- Du bist ein Goldstück You're a real gem — priceless, irreplaceable, and deeply appreciated.
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