German Word · Intermediate
auffüllen
to fill up, to fill
Pronunciation: [ˈʔaʊ̯ffʏln̩]
Meaning
to fill up, to fill
Example
Aus Mitleid füllte die Filialleiterin einer Bank die Konten klammer Kunden mit Millionen Euro auf. Das Geld buchte sie von den Guthaben vermögender Sparer ab.
Out of compassion, the branch manager of a bank filled the accounts of cash-strapped clients with millions of euros. She debited the money from the balances of wealthy savers.
Practice tips
- Practice auffüllen 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.