German Word · Intermediate
heiligen
to regard or respect as holy
Pronunciation: /ˈhaɪ̯lɪɡən/
Meaning
to regard or respect as holy
Example
Vater unser im Himmel, geheiligt werde dein Name.
Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed be thy name. (Lord’s Prayer)
Practice tips
- Practice heiligen 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.