German Word · Intermediate
wegwerfen
to throw away, to discard
Pronunciation: /ˈvɛkˌvɛɐ̯fn̩/
Meaning
to throw away, to discard
Example
Aus diesem Grunde waren viele Dinge überflüssig geworden, die zwar nicht verkäuflich waren, die man aber auch nicht wegwerfen wollte.
For this reason many things had become dispensable that, although they were not saleable, one also did not want to throw away.
Practice tips
- Practice wegwerfen 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.