German Word · Intermediate
erkaufen
to gain something through sacrifice
Pronunciation: /ɛɐ̯ˈkaʊ̯fn̩/
Meaning
to gain something through sacrifice
Example
etwas teuer erkaufen
to gain something that comes at a price
Practice tips
- Practice erkaufen 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.