German Word · Intermediate
Ungeheuer
monstrosity
Pronunciation: /ˈʊnɡəˌhɔɪ̯ɐ/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "monstrosity".
Example
Wer mit Ungeheuern kämpft, mag zusehn, daß er nicht dabei zum Ungeheuer wird. Und wenn du lange in einen Abgrund blickst, blickt der Abgrund auch in dich hinein.
He who fights monsters should see to it that he himself does not become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you.
Practice tips
- Practice Ungeheuer 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.