German Word · Intermediate
Gespenst
ghost, spectre
Pronunciation: /ɡəˈʃpɛnst/
Meaning
ghost, spectre
Example
Ein Gespenst geht um in Europa – das Gespenst des Kommunismus.
A spectre is haunting Europe — the spectre of Communism.
Practice tips
- Practice Gespenst 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.