German Word · Intermediate
betreffen
to concern, to have to do with or affect a business of
Pronunciation: [bəˈtʁɛfɱ̩]
Meaning
to concern, to have to do with or affect a business of
Example
Was die Regierung betrifft, so leistet sie schlechte Arbeit.
As for the government, they are doing a poor job.
Practice tips
- Practice betreffen 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.