The German word "hochgehen" can mean:

- to go up(stairs)
- to go off, erupt

The word "fertigmachen" means:

- to get ready
- to mess somebody up

Often I tell the kids: "Geht hoch und macht euch fertig!"

What I mean:
- "Go upstairs and get ready (for bed)!"

What they hear:
- "Lose it and fight!"

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