German Word · Intermediate
ausdörren
to dry up
Pronunciation: /ˈaʊ̯sˌdœʁən/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to dry up".
Example
1912, Martin Luther, Lutherbibel von 1912, Ezekiel 17:24 (with KJV translation)
And all the trees of the field shall know that I the Lord have brought down the high tree, have exalted the low tree, have dried up the green tree
Practice tips
- Practice ausdörren 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.