German Expression · Intermediate
Amok laufen
to run amok
Pronunciation: say Amok laufen
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to run amok".
Example
Ohne ihn wären die Leute Amok gelaufen und hätten sich gegenseitig umgebracht, um zu überleben.
Without him the people would have run amok and would have killed one another in order to survive.
Practice tips
- Practice Amok laufen 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 expression is for intermediate-level learners.