"man tut, was man kann" meaning in All languages combined

See man tut, was man kann on Wiktionary

Phrase [German]

Audio: De-man tut, was man kann.ogg
Etymology: Literally, “one does what one can” Etymology templates: {{m-g|one does what one can}} “one does what one can”, {{lit|one does what one can}} Literally, “one does what one can” Head templates: {{head|de|phrase}} man tut, was man kann
  1. (set phrase) It is natural to use one's abilities to help; often in response to an expression of thanks.
    Sense id: en-man_tut,_was_man_kann-de-phrase-NH66yRub Categories (other): German entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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