German Word · Intermediate
taugen
to be fit
Pronunciation: [ˈtaʊ̯ɡn̩]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to be fit".
Example
Er taugt nicht für diese Arbeit.
He's not up to the job.
Practice tips
- Practice taugen 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.