German Word · Intermediate
erkämpfen
to gain through struggle
Pronunciation: [ɛɐ̯ˈkɛmp͡fn̩]
Meaning
to gain through struggle
Example
Völker, hört die Signale! / Auf zum letzten Gefecht! / Die Internationale / erkämpft das Menschenrecht
peoples, hear the signals! / Onwards to the final battle! / The "Internationale" / establishes human rights through battle
Practice tips
- Practice erkämpfen 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.