berühren
to touch
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/bəˈʁyːʁən/
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Cultural Note
'Berühren' works both literally (physical touch) and figuratively (to be emotionally moved). 'Berührend' (touching) is commonly used to describe emotional moments. Germans generally value personal space, and unwanted touching is considered particularly rude.
📝 Example Sentences
Berühr mich nicht!
Don't touch me!
Seine Worte haben mich tief berührt.
His words touched me deeply.
Sie berührte sanft seine Wange.
She gently touched his cheek.