German Word · Intermediate
abtragen
to carry off, to remove, denude
Pronunciation: [ˈʔaptʁaːɡŋ̩]
Meaning
to carry off, to remove, denude
Example
Die Arbeiter trugen den Schutt ab.
I use the word "abtragen".
Practice tips
- Practice abtragen 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.