German Word · Intermediate
bleiben
to be left
Pronunciation: /ˈblaɪ̯bən/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to be left".
Example
Er blieb sein ganzes Leben ein glühender Anhänger der Monarchie.
He remained a devoted supporter of the monarchy for all his life.
Practice tips
- Practice bleiben 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.