German Word · Intermediate
hapern
to be scarce, insufficient, stagnant, problematic
Pronunciation: /ˈhaːpɐn/
Meaning
to be scarce, insufficient, stagnant, problematic
Example
Es hapert an Bewerbern mit Berufserfahrung.
There is a lack of applicants with professional experience.
Practice tips
- Practice hapern 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.