German Word · Intermediate
erzählen
to tell, to narrate, to recount
Pronunciation: /ɛɐ̯ˈt͡sɛːlən/
Meaning
to tell, to narrate, to recount
Example
Erzähl mir ein Märchen.
Tell me a fairytale.
Practice tips
- Practice erzählen 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.