German Word · Intermediate
Lauer
lurk
Pronunciation: /ˈlaʊ̯ɐ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "lurk".
Example
Räuber legen sich oft hinter Büschen auf die Lauer und warten auf Opfer.
Robbers often lie behind bushes on the lurk and wait for victims.
Practice tips
- Practice Lauer 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.