German Word · Intermediate
herhalten
to serve as
Pronunciation: [ˈheːɐ̯ˌhaltn̩]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to serve as".
Example
als Sündenbock herhalten
serve as scapegoat
Practice tips
- Practice herhalten 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.