German Word · Intermediate
Grille
whim, strange thought, freakish or fantastical idea, spleen
Pronunciation: /ˈɡʁɪlə/
Meaning
whim, strange thought, freakish or fantastical idea, spleen
Example
Der Hofrat ging ihm gelegentlich zur Hand bei solchem schwermütigen Getändel, bestärkte ihn überhaupt in seiner Grille.
Occasionally the councilor gave him a hand in such melancholy dealings, and in general encouraged him in his quirk.
Practice tips
- Practice Grille 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.