German Word · Intermediate
verleumden
to libel, traduce
Pronunciation: /fərˈlɔʏ̯mdən/
Meaning
to libel, traduce
Example
Jemand mußte Josef K. verleumdet haben, denn ohne daß er etwas Böses getan hätte, wurde er eines Morgens verhaftet.
Someone must have traduced Joseph K., for without having done anything wrong he was arrested one fine morning.
Practice tips
- Practice verleumden 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.