German Expression · Advanced
den Hauptwasserhahn zudrehen
shut off the main water valve
Pronunciation: den Hauptwasserhahn zudrehen
Meaning
A natural German expression used to convey: shut off the main water valve.
Example
Dreh den Hauptwasserhahn zu, bevor du das Rohr abmontierst.
Shut off the main water valve before removing the pipe.
Practice tips
- Practice den Hauptwasserhahn zudrehen 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 expression is for advanced-level learners.