erziehen
to raise / to bring up / to educate
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ɛɐ̯ˈt͡siːən/
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Cultural Note
Erziehung (upbringing/education) is a central concept in German culture. Germany has a strong tradition of pedagogical philosophy, from Friedrich Fröbel (inventor of kindergarten) to Rudolf Steiner (Waldorf education). The related noun Erzieher/Erzieherin means preschool teacher.
📝 Example Sentences
Sie hat ihre Kinder allein erzogen.
She raised her children alone.
Kinder zu erziehen ist eine große Verantwortung.
Raising children is a big responsibility.
Er wurde streng erzogen.
He was raised strictly.