German Word · Advanced
Erschöpfung
depletion
Pronunciation: /ɛɐ̯ˈʃœpfʊŋ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "depletion".
Example
“Denkt nicht an Hunger oder Erschöpfung. Denkt nur an das großartige Deutsche Reich! Das preußische Volk erwartet einen unvergleichlichen Sieg! Für den Kaiser!”
Think not about hunger or exhaustion. Think only about the great German Empire! The Prussian people await a peerless victory. For the Kaiser!
Practice tips
- Practice Erschöpfung 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 advanced-level learners.