German Word · Intermediate
berücken
to ensnare
Pronunciation: /bəˈʁʏkn̩/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to ensnare".
Example
1912, Martin Luther, Lutherbibel von 1912, Ecclesiastes 9:12 (with KJV translation)
For man also knoweth not his time: as the fishes that are taken in an evil net, and as the birds that are caught in the snare; so are the sons of men snared in an evil time
Practice tips
- Practice berücken 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.