German Word · Intermediate
vorkommen
to seem, to appear
Pronunciation: [ˈfoːɐ̯ˌkɔmən]
Meaning
to seem, to appear
Example
Irene Adler ist eine der bemerkenswertesten Figuren in der Sherlock-Holmes-Serie, obwohl sie nur in einer einzigen Geschichte vorkommt.
Irene Adler is one of the most notable characters in the Sherlock Holmes series, despite appearing in only one story.
Practice tips
- Practice vorkommen 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.