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Der Kaiser liebt neue Kleider
The emperor loves new clothes
German
Vor vielen Jahren lebt ein Kaiser, der neue Kleider über alles liebt. Er gibt sein ganzes Geld dafür aus und will immer gut angezogen sein. Seine Soldaten interessieren ihn nicht, und auch ins Theater geht er nicht gern. Am liebsten fährt er in seiner Kutsche und zeigt einen neuen Anzug.
English translation
Many years ago, there lived an emperor who loved new clothes more than anything. He spent all his money on them and always wanted to be well dressed. He had no interest in his soldiers, and he did not like going to the theater either. What he liked best was riding in his carriage and showing off a new outfit.
German
Für jede Stunde des Tages hat er einen anderen Rock. Deshalb sagen die Leute so oft: „Der Kaiser ist in seinem Ankleidezimmer.“
English translation
He had a different coat for every hour of the day. That is why people so often said, “The emperor is in his dressing room.”
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