German Word · Intermediate
Sprachgefühl
the instinctive or intuitive grasp of the natural idiom of a language
Pronunciation: /ˈʃpʁaːχɡəˌfyːl/
Meaning
the instinctive or intuitive grasp of the natural idiom of a language
Example
Das Sprachgefühl bürgt nicht mehr für Sprachrichtigkeit, sondern wird der angelernten Sprachkompetenz untergeordnet.
A speaker’s intuition no longer vouches for linguistic correctness, but is instead subordinated to learned linguistic competence.
Practice tips
- Practice Sprachgefühl 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.