German Word · Intermediate
abwehren
to fend off, to repel, to keep away
Pronunciation: /ˈapˌveːʁən/
Meaning
to fend off, to repel, to keep away
Example
Sie schwiegen lange. Als er endlich etwas sagen wollte, wehrte sie leise ab. „Heute nichts mehr, ich bitte dich darum“
They were silent for a long time. When he finally wanted to say something, she softly refused. „Nothing more today, I beg you for that“
Practice tips
- Practice abwehren 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.