German Word · Intermediate
Abstecher
detour, side trip
Pronunciation: /ˈapˌʃtɛçɐ/
Meaning
detour, side trip
Example
Wenn wir nach Hamburg fahren, könnten wir einen Abstecher nach Bremen machen.
If we go to Hamburg we could make a detour to Bremen.
Practice tips
- Practice Abstecher 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.