nach dem Motto
Translation
according to the motto, on the principle of, along the lines of
Examples
Er lebt nach dem Motto: Carpe Diem.
He lives by the motto: Carpe Diem.
Sie handelte nach dem Motto: 'Hilf dir selbst'.
She acted on the principle: 'Help yourself'.
Grammar Patterns
((nach dem Motto)): [sentence/quote] 'according to the motto' She acted on the principle: 'Help yourself'.
Similar Words
gemäß dem Grundsatz (in accordance with the principle)
Etymology
Composed of 'nach' (according to) + 'dem' (dative article) + 'Motto' (motto, from Italian). Literally 'according to the motto'.
Memory Tips
Imagine you are following ('nach') a signpost that has a 'Motto' written on it, guiding your actions.