German Word · Intermediate
schneien
to fall in large quantities like snow
Pronunciation: [ˈʃnaɪən]
Meaning
to fall in large quantities like snow
Example
Die Herbstblätter schneiten auf den Waldboden.
The autumn leaves fell like snow upon the forest floor.
Practice tips
- Practice schneien 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.