jensclasen, German 
The German language often seems so austere and fact-based.
But actually, there are some very cute ways of saying things:
- Staubsauger (dustsucker) = vacuum cleaner
- Kopfkino (head cinema) = making up a story in your mind
- Luftschlösser bauen (to build air castles) = to follow unrealistic dreams
- Purzelbaum (tumble tree) = somersault o. t. floor
- Schnapsidee (booze idea) = idea that sounds as if you're drunk
- Herzlichen Glückwunsch! (heartly joywish) = Congratulation!
Enjoy our language!
