heels over head

• Veraltete Variante der Wendung 'head over heels', die bedeutet, völlig auf den Kopf gestellt oder bis über beide Ohren verliebt zu sein; diese Form gilt heute als archaisch und wird im modernen Englisch selten verwendet.

An older variant of 'head over heels,' meaning to be completely upside down or deeply in love. This form is now considered archaic and rarely used in modern English.

1. In a reversed or upside-down positionB2informal

   In a state of being completely turned over or inverted, often used to describe a fall or tumble.

   Kopfüber

   • He tripped on the rug and went heels over head down the stairs.
   • The acrobat flipped heels over head and landed perfectly.
   • The child fell heels over head off the swing.

2. Completely or thoroughlyB2informal

   Used to describe being deeply involved or overwhelmed by something, such as emotions or a situation.

   Bis über beide Ohren

   • She fell heels over head in love with him.
   • He was heels over head in debt after the business failed.
   • They are heels over head in work this week.