German Word · Intermediate
besitzen
to own, to possess
Pronunciation: /bəˈzɪtsən/
Meaning
to own, to possess
Example
Du Sohn Davids aus Jakobs Stamm, mein König und mein Bräutigam, hast mir mein Herz besessen.
You, the Son of David from the root of Jacob, my King and my bridegroom, have possessed my heart.
Practice tips
- Practice besitzen 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.