German Word · Intermediate
ertränken
to drown
Pronunciation: /ɛrˈtrɛŋkən/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to drown".
Example
Rote Flut will uns ertränken, doch wir werden die Wellenbrecher sein Frauen und Kindern die Zukunft erhalten, im Land das wir lieben, Deutschland!
The red deluge wants to drown us, but we will be the wave breakers To preserve the future for women and children, in the land we love, Germany!
Practice tips
- Practice ertränken 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.