German Word · Intermediate
nachhängen
to dwell on
Pronunciation: [ˈnaːxˌhɛŋən]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to dwell on".
Example
Es hat keinen Sinn, den alten Zeiten nachzuhängen.
There's no point yearning for the past.
Practice tips
- Practice nachhängen 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.