German Word · Intermediate
ablehnen
to decline, refuse, reject, turn down
Pronunciation: /ˈapleːnən/
Meaning
to decline, refuse, reject, turn down
Example
Das Angebot wurde abgelehnt.
The offer was turned down.
Practice tips
- Practice ablehnen 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.