German Word · Intermediate
behelfen
to make do, to manage, to get by
Pronunciation: /bəˈhɛlfən/
Meaning
to make do, to manage, to get by
Example
Sie behelfen sich mit dem, was sie haben.
They make do with what is in their coffers.
Practice tips
- Practice behelfen 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.