German Word · Intermediate
horchen
to heed, to obey
Pronunciation: /ˈhɔʁçən/
Meaning
to heed, to obey
Example
Er hörte seinen Namen, er horchte des Gespräches, erkannte Blankens und seines Vaters Stimme, und stürzte schnell hervor in die Arme seiner Gattin.
I use the word "horchen".
Practice tips
- Practice horchen 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.