Ich bin ein Berliner
/ˌɪx bɪn aɪn bɛrˈliːnər/
a declaration of solidarity with those under threat
Ich bin ein Berliner in a sentence
“His statement was an 'Ich bin ein Berliner' moment for the movement.”
Origin of Ich bin ein Berliner
JFK's 1963 speech at the Berlin Wall showing solidarity with West Berliners
Related Words
tear down this wall
a call to remove barriers to freedom
we shall fight on the beaches
a vow of total, unyielding resistance
let them eat cake
a callous dismissal of others' suffering by the privileged
blood, toil, tears and sweat
the full measure of human sacrifice and effort
the iron curtain
a barrier to information and free movement
speak softly and carry a big stick
negotiate gently but be prepared to use force