German Word · Intermediate
anfallen
to assail, overwhelm
Pronunciation: /ˈanˌfalən/
Meaning
to assail, overwhelm
Example
Einmal hat mich im Wald ein Wildschwein angefallen.
I was once attacked by a wild boar in the forest.
Practice tips
- Practice anfallen 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.