German Word · Intermediate
Bedürfnis
desire, urge
Pronunciation: /bəˈdʏʁfnɪs/
Meaning
desire, urge
Example
1932, Erich Mühsam, Die Befreiung der Gesellschaft vom Staat, in: Erich Mühsam: Prosaschriften II, Verlag europäische ideen Berlin (1978), page 255
We understand by communism the relationship of society that is based on public ownership, that allows everyone to work according to his capabilities
Practice tips
- Practice Bedürfnis 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.