German Word · Intermediate
durchbringen
to eke out a living, to get by, to make ends meet
Pronunciation: [ˈdʊʁçˌbʁɪŋən]
Meaning
to eke out a living, to get by, to make ends meet
Example
Die Toreinfahrt ist zwar schmal, aber ich bringe meinen Wagen schon durch.
The driveway gate may be narrow but I’m sure I’ll manage to get my cart through.
Practice tips
- Practice durchbringen 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.