German Word · Intermediate
bewähren
to prove oneself
Pronunciation: /bəˈvɛːʁən/
Meaning
to prove oneself
Example
Putin hat nun Teile der Ostukraine zum Schlachtfeld auserkoren, wo er sich - ob militärisch oder ideologisch - gegen den Westen bewähren will.
Putin has now chosen parts of eastern Ukraine as a battlefield where he wants to prove himself - whether militarily or ideologically - against the West.
Practice tips
- Practice bewähren 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.