German Word · Intermediate
Ernst
earnestness, seriousness
Pronunciation: /ɛʁnst/
Meaning
earnestness, seriousness
Example
Ist das dein Ernst?
Are you serious?
Practice tips
- Practice Ernst 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.