German Word · Intermediate
schellen
to ring
Pronunciation: say schellen
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to ring".
Example
Ich habe bei unserer türkischen Nachbarin geschellt und mich bei ihr zum Tee eingeladen – ich weiß jetzt alles.
I have rung at my Turkish neighbour and invited myself to tea – I now know all.
Practice tips
- Practice schellen 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.