German Word · Intermediate
zustreben
to head to, make for
Pronunciation: /ˈt͡suːʃtʁeːbən/
Meaning
to head to, make for
Example
In unaufhörlicher Hast strebte er Jerusalem zu.
In constant haste he made for Jerusalem.
Practice tips
- Practice zustreben 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.