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depp
"Depp" is a German word meaning "fool" or "idiot."
In a sentence
Er hat sich wie ein Depp benommen.
He behaved like a fool.
Here, 'Depp' is used to refer to someone exhibiting foolish or silly behavior.
Warum hast du das gemacht, du Depp?
Why did you do that, you fool?
In this sentence, 'Depp' is used as a mild insult directed towards someone who has acted carelessly or recklessly.
Nicht jeder, der Fehler macht, ist ein Depp.
Not everyone who makes mistakes is a fool.
This usage of 'Depp' contrasts it with occasional errors, implying that being a 'Depp' involves repeated or significant foolish actions.
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