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Twisting, turning, rolling: "wuzeln" has to do a lot with kinetics. Find out what it means and for which activities you can use the term.

A typical Viennese euphemism related to death is "Holzpyjama". Learn about this humorous word used to describe “cashing in one’s chips.”

Here you can learn about the Viennese slang word for the infamous, culinary tool, used in the violent process of preparing Wiener Schnitzels.

Noun. A loss, originally in the central European card game, Schnapsen.

What does fremdschämen mean? We explain the perfect word to include in spiteful expressions thowards people with a lack of self-awareness.

What does genieren mean? Find out about how this term is tied to French language and how you can properly use it in context.

What does Schmähtandler mean? This common Viennese dialect term is great for describing liars and tricksters.

What does pflanzen mean? Which use of the term does it find in Viennese slang? What does pflanzen have to do with describing being annoyed?

What does the word Chutzpe mean? How does the term apply to extrovert characteristics and behaviour, both positively and negatively?

What does Doppler mean? What does Doppler have to do with Tafelwein or Landwein? Why has it been gradually phased out over the past decade?

What does Blechtrottel mean? How is this combination of words linked to computers not working in a desired fashion and their clueless users?

What does Holler mean? How is this Viennese abbreviation for Hollunder linked to horse feathers, claptrap, poppycock, hogwash and tomfoolery?

A major rollout initiated by the city government and the Wirtschaftskammer should ensure everyone can conduct PCR-tests from home

What does Gscherter mean? Find out about how this Viennese slang word is connected to sheared serfs, peasants, slaves and prisoners?

What does Watschen mean? How is this Viennese slang word connected with an infamous German anti-aircraft gun and the Italian word for cymbal?

What does Österreichische Lösung mean? Learn how the term fortwursteln and handing political problems over to one's successors are connected.

What does Masel mean? How is it used? Learn about how the Austrian dialect word for “luck” is tied to failing, birds and Yiddish language.

In our 42nd issue we take a look at the history and status quo of corruption in Austria and Europe, speak to the fighters for transparency, and take ...

What does Haberer mean? How is it used in Austria? Learn about the importance of friends, networks and connections in Austrian society.

What does Knödel mean? How is it used in Austria? It’s another word for dumplings which Austrians love, and it is a slang word for money.

What does it mean to be German in Austria? A satirist, a local activist, a musician, a community manager, and a TV and radio star share their experiences.

What does wurscht mean? How is it used in Austria? If you want to communicate your indifference to people in Viennese,"wurscht" is your word.

The coronavirus is shaping our lives. Here’s what happened in regards to COVID-19 in Austria in the week of Feb. 1-7, 2021.

What does anbraten mean? How is it used in Austria? Are you new to Vienna and interrested in the dating scene? Here's some local lingo.

Junk, crap; broken, useless, things. Orig. from Gelumpe (rags). Note that Glumpert generally does not refer to actual garbage – after all, trash is simply the detritus of something useful that has served its purpose.

Thanks to successive lockdowns and closed cinemas, streaming has become an even bigger part of our pandemic lives, and while many productions grinded to a halt last year, this spring’s lineup features an iconic superhero indulging in ’80s nostalgia, a Victorian sci-fi extravaganza, a comedy icon revisiting one of his most beloved characters, an animated Bollywood melodrama and a madcap Spanish road saga.

Verb. To march arduously, to slog, plod or trudge; can also mean to limp and, by extension, to strut (comparable to “pimp walk”).

There are many possibilities to get tested for the coronavirus in Vienna. The city offers free rapid antigen and PCR tests, pharmacies and labs offer paid tests.

A practice commonly associated with Austrian government employees denoting that a civil servant is legally unfireable.

The proportional division of public offices along party lines.

In our 41st issue we explore Vienna's coffeehouse culture, depict the true Kaffeehaus (coffeehouse) experience and all the mix of people and topics t...

If your watchlist is in need of some fresh content this winter, check out Sky’s exclusive library full of prestige TV and blockbuster movies.

Lit. “nerve tickle”; an informal German expression denoting the thrill and rush of adrenaline-inducing activities.

The Upper Austrian village has had people steal their name sign and Pornhub giving them premium access due to its peculiar name. Now, the city council voted to change it once and for all.

Adjective. Fat, overweight, obese. Orig. from gebläht (bloated).

Awesome, cool, excellent. Sometimes emphasized as urleiwand or voi leiwand (totally awesome).

Corinna Milborn, managing editor for news and moderator at Austrian TV channel Puls 24, has asked doctors, nurses and caregivers at Austrian hospitals to report what they are experiencing every day.

Lit. “e-card vacation;” colloquial Viennese slang for going on (paid) sick leave.

Verb. To work, especially hard, physical labor.

We collect the voices of Viennese who experienced last night’s events in the inner city.

Verb. 1. To do a slipshod, haphazard, unprofessional or poor-quality job.

Verb. To get worked up; to make a mountain out of a molehill.

Here are the Viennese food spots that make the Hungarian community feel at home.

Noun. Lit. Transdanubia, a popular nickname for the two Viennese districts beyond the Danube.

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Deaf, hard of hearing to the point of exasperation.

Check out the best of Hungarian fashion and culture in Vienna.

Coll. Viennese for a casual, informal liaison.

Noun. Orig. either French basin or Italian bacino, both meaning basin.

In our 40th issue we delve into Vienna's fashion scene, see how it has evolved over time, ask the question of how the city will "dress for it" in the...

Noun. A car crash, particularly multivehicle pileups.

Noun. In use since at least the 14th century, this highly versatile word has multiple meanings.

Noun. A loveable rogue; someone who is untrustworthy, but charming.

A search for self in lost memories, crafting a more inclusive historic Hollywood, the final triumph of the greatest basketball team ever and a send-up of American interstellar militarism all vie for your attention.

In this series, incredible women from the Women of Vienna (WoV) community tell their stories. Aiming to bridge communities and celebrate diversity, Metropole has partnered up with Women of Vienna to bring you a slice of Herstory.

adjective. Ugly, unattractive, aesthetically displeasing.

Few things are as clearly identifiable with the British capital as the iconic red phone booth. Now you can bring a piece of London flair into your home – or more specifically, your kitchen!

Noun. An incapable, clumsy and generally incompetent person.

Greeting. Often contracted in conversation as Servas!, Sers! or Seas! Also used to say goodbye.

Half way through the summer, a half-dozen tips for chilling out in the hot town.

Noun.Lit. “i-dot-rider;” A pedantic person; a stickler; someone who insists on dotting all “i’s” and crossing all “t’s.”

Discover Metropole’s guide to Vienna's most delicious ice cream spots to cool off this summer!

Noun. Lit. Founder’s Era. A time during the second half of the 19th century where Austria (Austria-Hungary after 1867) became industrialized and under went unprecedented modernization and growth.

Noun. A snack, or a (usually cold) meal served in between the standard breakfast, lunch and dinner, although coffee and cake also qualifies. Orig...

Noun. Riffraff, reprobates, a group of people you generally hold a low opinion of. A loanword from French that made it into the Viennese ...

   Noun. A very smart person. Lit. a "lightning comprehender," someone who gets things in a flash. A compound word consisting of...

If you're looking for a new place, take this chance of a lifetime and move into The Student Hotel and flourish in a vibrant, like-minded environment.

Listening in on a peep show, burying Oma, or (finally!) saying “I do” – now it’s all possible!

In our 39th issue we delve into Austria’s response to the coronavirus, explore how the next generation keeps companies in Vienna going strong, take a...

Noun. Lit. "Terrorizer of the Bourgeoisie;" A person who deliberately tries to shock and offend the conservative middle classes with prov...

Explore our curated selection of the hottest boutiques, eateries, and spots around town this season, hand-picked by the Metropole Team.

AMADEUS International School Vienna would like to give something back to the world in this crazy situation, and is now offering two full scholarships to highly talented musicians and strong academics who are entering Grade 10 or 11.

With their holistic approach to education, Webster University is changing the game. Join their Digital Open House event for insight and inspiration.

Although the current situation is everything but easy on the labor market, things will certainly change again. Prepare now with the tips of our expert in recruiting.

Zilla Boyer a political scientist, campaigner and pod-cast creator who joined WoV in search of adventure when she relocated here almost three years ago.

Small and cozy, eating at Patrick Sowa’s Seidengasse 31 is like having dinner in your living room.

Yale professor of medical history Frank Snowden’s sweeping analysis of pandemics over the centuries, concludes that while science advances, people do not. An unsettling but gripping read.

The U.S. Pentagon funds critical studies in medicine and quantum physics in Austria. Does this threaten the country’s neutrality or academic freedom?

A total government support package of €38 billion will help businesses ride out the Coronavirus crisis. How much will go to cultural organizations and artists is still a matter of tricky negotiations.

In several Vienna neighborhoods, streets have been transformed into spaces for joint use. Largely successful, they are now models for further projects.

The Importance Of Research And Innovation Flip through the digital version

METROPOLE kicked off the 2020 event season with its first Salon where we held the ultimate meet-and-greet soirée: speed networking on "Palentine's Day...

The longest-running piece of musical theater of all time, Die Fledermaus captures an era, and (perhaps) the way Austrians like to see themselves.

In this series, METROPOLE partners up with the Women of Vienna network to bridge communities and celebrate diversity, introducing some of their incredible members and bringing you a slice of Herstory.

Vienna made music ... and music made Vienna. As told by “Metropole” writers – a libretto for life in the Austrian capital. With an overture by our Editor in Chief Dardis McNamee.

Give your friends and loved ones a METROPOLE subscription and we will let them know about their gift with a postcard sent straight to their mailbox.

The issue City Planning Masterpiece uncovers “the secrects of a city that works” and what Viennese architects, politicians and urban planners do to make this city smart.

Austria's newest premier university, Central European University (CEU) is already an integral part of Vienna's academic community, settling in nicely ...

In our winter issue, we listen into the groove that makes this city move – Vienna, capital of music through the ages. Flip through the digit...