entspannen
to relax
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ɛntˈʃpanən/
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Cultural Note
German wellness culture ('Wellnesskultur') is world-renowned. From thermal baths (Therme) to spa resorts (Kurort), relaxation is taken seriously. 'Entspannung' (relaxation) is even prescribed by doctors. Germany has over 350 officially recognized spa towns.
📝 Example Sentences
Lass uns zusammen entspannen.
Let's relax together.
Ein Bad hilft mir, mich zu entspannen.
A bath helps me relax.
Du musst dich mehr entspannen.
You need to relax more.