German Expression · Advanced
die lockere Schraube nachziehen
tighten the loose screw
Pronunciation: die lockere Schraube nachziehen
Meaning
A natural German expression used to convey: tighten the loose screw.
Example
Zieh die lockere Schraube am Stuhl nach.
Tighten the loose screw on the chair.
Practice tips
- Practice die lockere Schraube nachziehen 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.