German Word · Intermediate
kauen
to chew, to gnaw
Pronunciation: /ˈkaʊ̯ən/
Meaning
to chew, to gnaw
Example
Er kaut an den/seinen Nägeln.
He bites (on) his nails.
Practice tips
- Practice kauen 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.