die Eigenregie
Translation
own direction, one's own initiative, DIY (do-it-yourself)
Examples
Er hat das Haus in Eigenregie gebaut.
He built the house himself (DIY).
Der Film wurde in Eigenregie produziert.
The film was produced independently.
Grammar Patterns
in Eigenregie to do ((sth.)) oneself / DIY Wir renovieren das Bad in Eigenregie.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Selbstverwaltung (self-administration), Eigeninitiative (own initiative)
Etymology
Composed of 'eigen' (own) and 'Regie' (direction, as in film direction). Literally 'own direction'.
Memory Tips
Imagine being the director ('Regie') of your 'own' ('eigen') project, managing everything yourself.