German Word · Intermediate
abhauen
to leave abruptly, to do a runner
Pronunciation: /ˈapˌhaʊ̯ən/
Meaning
to leave abruptly, to do a runner
Example
Ich hau jetzt ab.
I'm taking off now.
Practice tips
- Practice abhauen 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.