German Word · Intermediate
erhalten
used to form the so-called dative-passive
Pronunciation: /ɛʁˈhaltən/
Meaning
used to form the so-called dative-passive
Example
Ich habe diese Kaffeemaschine als Geschenk erhalten.
I received this coffeemaker as a gift.
Practice tips
- Practice erhalten 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.