German Word · Intermediate
bergen
to contain, hold, shelter, conceal
Pronunciation: /ˈbɛrɡən/
Meaning
to contain, hold, shelter, conceal
Example
Bei der Ausgrabung wurden mehrere antike Fibeln geborgen.
During the excavation, several ancient fibulae were recovered.
Practice tips
- Practice bergen 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.