German Word · Intermediate
Herkunft
origin, source
Pronunciation: [ˈheːɐ̯kʊnft]
Meaning
origin, source
Example
Meine Familie sind germanischer Herkunft.
My family are of Germanic heritage.
Practice tips
- Practice Herkunft 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.