German Word · Intermediate
aufdrängen
to force on, to impose on
Pronunciation: [ˈaʊ̯fˌdʁɛŋən]
Meaning
to force on, to impose on
Example
Unsinnige Gedanken durchzuckten mein Hirn, Gedanken, vor denen ich zurückbebte und die sich mir trotzdem immer wieder aufdrängten.
Nonsensical thoughts flashed through my brain, thoughts from which I flinched back and which nevertheless forced themselves upon me repeatedly.
Practice tips
- Practice aufdrängen 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.