German Word · Intermediate
Phlegma
phlegm
Pronunciation: /ˈflɛɡma/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "phlegm".
Example
Dann und wann trat ein Buch, eine Schrift auf, um die man sich riß, nach der auch die nicht mehr Lesenden mit nur erheucheltem Phlegma die Hände streckten.
Now and then a book appeared, a piece of writing that people scrambled for; even those who no longer read stretched forth their hands with only feigned phlegmaticism."
Practice tips
- Practice Phlegma 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.