German Word · Beginner
nachlegen
to add more of the same, especially of firewood, food etc
Pronunciation: /ˈnaːxˌleːɡn̩/
Meaning
to add more of the same, especially of firewood, food etc.
Example
das Feuer geht aus, du musst mehr Holz nachlegen
the fire's going out, you gotta add more wood.
Practice tips
- Practice nachlegen 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 beginner-level learners.