German Word · Intermediate
rauben
to rob, to deprive
Pronunciation: [ˈʁaʊ̯bm̩]
Meaning
to rob, to deprive
Example
1931, Gebhard Mehring, Schrift und Schrifttum, Silberburg-Verlag, page 13
The decay of the Roman empire robbed the city of Rome of the old position as the center of all that was happening.
Practice tips
- Practice rauben 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.