German Word · Beginner
abtreiben
to go/be sent off course
Pronunciation: /ˈaptʁaɪ̯bən/
Meaning
to go/be sent off course
Example
Erst am Nachmittag des dritten Tages fragte Jlien irgendwann: »Was muss ich tun, um abzutreiben?«
It was not until the afternoon of the third day that Jlien asked, ‘What do I have to do to get an abortion?’
Practice tips
- Practice abtreiben 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 beginner-level learners.