German Word · Intermediate
aalen
to stretch out, especially laughing (compare rotfl)
Pronunciation: [ˈaːlən]
Meaning
to stretch out, especially laughing (compare rotfl)
Example
Beim Erzählen der alten Anekdoten aalten wir uns vor Lachen.
≈ As we listened to the old anecdotes, we threw our heads back, laughing.
Practice tips
- Practice aalen out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.