im Reinen
Translation
at peace with, clear with, on good terms with
Examples
Ich bin mit meiner Entscheidung im Reinen.
I am at peace with my decision.
Er möchte mit seiner Vergangenheit ins Reine kommen.
He wants to come to terms with his past.
Grammar Patterns
mit j-m/et3 im Reinen sein to be at peace with sb./sth. He is at peace with himself.
Similar Words
im Klaren sein (to be clear about), in Ordnung sein (to be okay)
Etymology
'im' is a contraction of 'in dem'. 'Reinen' is the nominalized adjective 'rein' (pure, clean). Literally 'in the pure/clean'.
Memory Tips
Think of having a 'clean slate' or a clear conscience. Everything is clean, settled, and you are at peace.