German Word · Intermediate
Brauch
custom
Pronunciation: /bʁaʊ̯x/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "custom".
Example
Bei uns ist es Brauch, die Braut über die Schwelle zu tragen.
Here it is a custom to carry the bride over the threshold.
Practice tips
- Practice Brauch 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.