German Word · Intermediate
kaputtmachen
to break
Pronunciation: say kaputtmachen
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to break".
Example
Autos kaufen, Häuser kaufen, Möbel kaufen, Reisen kaufen / Wofür? / Macht kaputt, was euch kaputt macht
Buy cars, buy houses, buy furniture, buy trips / for what? / break what breaks you
Practice tips
- Practice kaputtmachen 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.