in de wieg gelegd zijn

Meaning: To have a natural talent or aptitude for something from birth.

Language: Dutch

Literally: to be laid in the cradle

Category: Daily Life

Origin: The image is of an ability being placed in the cradle alongside the newborn, as if it were an inborn gift.

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blijven zitten — To be held back a grade in school; to fail to advance to the next level of study.
een tandje bijsteken — To intensify one's effort or increase the pace of activity; to move up a gear.

knollen voor citroenen verkopen — To swindle or defraud someone by passing off something worthless as valuable.
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