German Word · Intermediate
Gebein
the remains of a dead body, especially the bones
Pronunciation: /ɡəˈbaɪ̯n/
Meaning
the remains of a dead body, especially the bones
Example
Sie sollen ihn nicht haben, / Den freien deutschen 'Rhein, / Bis seine Fluth begraben / Des letzten Mann’s Gebein.
They shall not have him, / The free German Rhine, / Until his flood has covered / The last man's bones.
Practice tips
- Practice Gebein 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.