German Word · Intermediate
verheißen
to promise
Pronunciation: say verheißen
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to promise".
Example
Bach, BWV 106, Gottes Zeit ist die allerbeste Zeit
As God has promised me: Death has become my sleep.
Practice tips
- Practice verheißen 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.