German Word · Intermediate
umfangen
to embrace, clasp
Pronunciation: /ʊmˈfaŋən/
Meaning
to embrace, clasp
Example
Der tränenübergossene Vater umfing sein Kind mit beiden Armen.
Overflowing with tears, the father embraced his child with both arms.
Practice tips
- Practice umfangen 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.