etwas auf die hohe Kante legen

to put money aside; to save up for later

Origin

The origin is uncertain; it probably refers to a money hiding place on a 'high edge' - such as a secret compartment in the bed canopy of wealthy people, or a high compartment in old chests where savings were kept.

Source

Building blocks

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Examples

  • Jeden legt sie ein auf die hohe für den .

    Every month she puts a little money aside for emergencies.