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sich foppen

/zɪç ˈfɔpn̩/
reflexive verb★Intermediate— to mock oneself
informal

To deceive or trick oneself, often in a humorous or self-deprecating way.

Sie foppte sich selbst, als sie den falschen Zug nahm.

She tricked herself when she took the wrong train.

💡

This phrase is often used to describe situations where someone is mistaken or deceived by their own actions or beliefs.

Collocations

sich selbst foppento deceive oneself

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💡Pro Tip

Contextual Use

Use 'sich foppen' when describing situations where someone is mistaken or deceived by their own actions or beliefs.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the verb 'foppen' (to mock or deceive), with the reflexive pronoun 'sich' indicating self-directed action.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in informal contexts to describe self-deception or humorous self-mockery.

Word Breakdown

sich
oneself
reflexive pronoun
+
foppen
to mock or deceive
verb
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