German Word · Intermediate
untergehen
to perish, to vanish
Pronunciation: /ˈʔʊntɐˌɡeːən/
Meaning
to perish, to vanish
Example
Die Sonne ist untergegangen.
The sun has set.
Practice tips
- Practice untergehen 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.