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kleine Dicken

15:32 Oct 6, 2019
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German to English translations [PRO]
Art/Literary - Slang
German term or phrase: kleine Dicken
I am translating a letter (German to American English) and part of a sentence reads:

"aber wenn ich so an die Bilder Deiner beiden „kleine Dicken“ denke"

I am wondering about the term "kleine Dicken". I know this is not "fat" but instead refers to the children endearingly, and maybe also to their overall health. I was thinking of "little ones", but the charm and fondness for the children is not quite there. What do you all think? How do you translate "dick" in this situation where it's not about size? I've been faced with this dilemma before.

Thanks! Erin
Erin Riddle
United States
Local time: 00:14


Summary of answers provided
4 +1little chubbies
Michael Martin, MA
3pleasingly plump sweeties
Ramey Rieger (X)


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34 mins   confidence: Answerer confidence 4/5Answerer confidence 4/5 peer agreement (net): +1
little chubbies


Explanation:
Used endearingly especially for little kids or pets

Michael Martin, MA
United States
Local time: 00:14
Meets criteria
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Native speaker of: Native in GermanGerman, Native in EnglishEnglish
PRO pts in category: 4

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agree  philgoddard
6 hrs
  -> Thanks, Phil.
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3 hrs   confidence: Answerer confidence 3/5Answerer confidence 3/5
pleasingly plump sweeties


Explanation:
Rather dated, but still very kindly

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Note added at 15 hrs (2019-10-07 06:58:34 GMT)
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sweet/cute big boys

Ramey Rieger (X)
Germany
Local time: 06:14
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Native speaker of: English
PRO pts in category: 27
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