German Word · Intermediate
Nebelstreif
wisp of fog
Pronunciation: [ˈneːbl̩ˌʃtʁaɪ̯f]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "wisp of fog".
Example
Mein Sohn, was birgst du so bang dein Gesicht? Siehst, Vater, du den Erlkönig nicht! Den Erlenkönig mit Kron' und Schweif? Mein Sohn, es ist ein Nebelstreif.
My son, why are you hiding your face so fearfully? Father, don’t you see the Alder King! The Alder King with crown and ermine? My son, 'tis but a wisp of fog.
Practice tips
- Practice Nebelstreif 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.