German Word · Intermediate
scheren
to cut back something that grows
Pronunciation: /ˈʃeːrən/
Meaning
to cut back something that grows
Example
Wenn Schafe nicht geschoren werden, können sie sich vor lauter Wolle nicht mehr bewegen.
When sheep aren’t shorn, they can no longer move for all the wool.
Practice tips
- Practice scheren 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.