German Word · Intermediate
trauern
to mourn
Pronunciation: /ˈtʁaʊ̯ɐn/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to mourn".
Example
Wer einen geliebten Menschen verloren hat, trauert um ihn.
Anyone who has lost a loved one mourns for him.
Practice tips
- Practice trauern 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.