German Word · Intermediate
lahmlegen
to bring to a standstill
Pronunciation: /ˈlaːmˌleːɡən/
Meaning
to bring to a standstill
Example
Mitte April legte eine Vulkanaschewolke aus Island den Luftverkehr lahm.
Mid of April a volcanic ash cloud from Iceland brought air traffic to a standstill.
Practice tips
- Practice lahmlegen 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.