German Word · Intermediate
verlaufen
to get lost, stray
Pronunciation: /fɛɐ̯ˈlau̯fən/
Meaning
to get lost, stray
Example
Hänsel und Gretel haben sich im Wald verlaufen.
Hansel and Gretel got lost in the woods.
Practice tips
- Practice verlaufen 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.