German Word · Intermediate
zuschlagen
to avail oneself of one’s muscular power and direct it to a striking face
Pronunciation: /ˈtsuːˌʃlaːɡŋ̩/
Meaning
to avail oneself of one’s muscular power and direct it to a striking face
Example
Die drohen nicht, die schlagen gleich zu.
They threaten not, they apply violence instantly.
Practice tips
- Practice zuschlagen 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.