German Word · Beginner
verleben
to spend
Pronunciation: [ˌfɛɐ̯ˈleːbn̩]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to spend".
Example
1903, Fanny zu Reventlow, Ellen Olestjerne, in Franziska Gräfin zu Reventlow: Gesammelte Werke, Albert Langen, page 526
Despite all these bitter feelings, it was yet a wonderfully beautiful summer, which the three friends spent together.
Practice tips
- Practice verleben 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 beginner-level learners.