German Word · Intermediate
Drohung
threat (expression of intent to injure or punish another)
Pronunciation: /ˈdʁoːʊŋ/
Meaning
threat (expression of intent to injure or punish another)
Example
Die Polizei nahm die Drohungen sehr ernst.
The police took the threats very seriously.
Practice tips
- Practice Drohung 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.