German Word · Intermediate
herrschen
to rule, to reign, to have dominion
Pronunciation: /ˈhɛʁʃən/
Meaning
to rule, to reign, to have dominion
Example
Der Kaiser herrschte über ein großes Reich.
The emperor reigned over a large empire.
Practice tips
- Practice herrschen 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.