German Word · Intermediate
vertun
to make a mistake
Pronunciation: [fɛɐ̯ˈtuːn]
Meaning
to make a mistake
Example
Da hab ich mich wohl vertan.
I must've made a mistake.
Practice tips
- Practice vertun 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.