German Word · Intermediate
Litanei
a recurring lecture, an annoyingly repeated admonition or enumeration
Pronunciation: [litaˈnaɪ̯]
Meaning
a recurring lecture, an annoyingly repeated admonition or enumeration
Example
Der Zug, der zog den Wald vorbei, / Dort widerhallt die Litanei; / Die Tannen, in Trauermänteln vermummt, / Sie haben Totengebete gebrummt.
I use the word "Litanei".
Practice tips
- Practice Litanei 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.