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eulenspiegel
"Eulenspiegel" refers to a trickster or jester figure in German folklore known for his clever pranks and satire.
In a sentence
Till Eulenspiegel war ein berühmter Narr in der deutschen Folklore.
Till Eulenspiegel was a famous jester in German folklore.
Here, 'Eulenspiegel' refers to the name of a historical character, Till Eulenspiegel, known for his witty and mischievous nature.
Manchmal hebt sich ein Eulenspiegel auf eine Weise hervor, die zum Nachdenken anregt.
Sometimes an Eulenspiegel stands out in a way that provokes thought.
In this usage, 'Eulenspiegel' metaphorically represents someone with witty or satirical tendencies, referring to the character's symbolic influence.
Der Name ‚Eulenspiegel‘ erinnert uns daran, die Dinge mit Humor und Schärfe zu betrachten.
The name 'Eulenspiegel' reminds us to view things with humor and acumen.
Here, 'Eulenspiegel' is used as a symbol for humor and pointed commentary, derived from the qualities attributed to the character Till Eulenspiegel.
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