German Word · Intermediate
genügen
to suffice, to be enough
Pronunciation: /ɡəˈnyː.ɡn̩/
Meaning
to suffice, to be enough
Example
Wenige Regeln genügen für ein funktionierendes Spiel.
Few rules are enough for a functioning game.
Practice tips
- Practice genügen 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.