German Word · Intermediate
Hufschlag
hoofbeat
Pronunciation: /ˈhuːfʃlaːk/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "hoofbeat".
Example
Durch die noch leeren dunklen Straßen hallte der Hufschlag nahender Pferde auf dem feuchten Pflaster, lange ehe etwas von ihnen zu sehen war.
Through the still empty dark streets echoed the hoofbeat of approaching horses on the wet pavement, long before something could be seen of them.
Practice tips
- Practice Hufschlag 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.