German Word · Intermediate
absaufen
to lose altitude
Pronunciation: /ˈapˌzaʊ̯fən/
Meaning
to lose altitude
Example
Beim letzten Hochwasser ist die halbe Innenstadt abgesoffen.
The last time we had a flood, half the city center was totally flooded.
Practice tips
- Practice absaufen 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.