German Word · Beginner
sitzen
to do time
Pronunciation: /ˈzɪtsn̩/
Meaning
to do time; to spend time in jail
Example
Wir saßen fest!
We were stuck!
Practice tips
- Practice sitzen 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 beginner-level learners.