lüften
to air out, to ventilate
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ˈlʏftn̩/
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Cultural Note
Lüften is a uniquely German obsession. 'Stoßlüften' (burst ventilation — opening windows wide for 5-10 minutes) is considered essential to prevent mold and maintain healthy indoor air, even in winter. Air conditioning is rare in German homes, making proper ventilation crucial.
📝 Example Sentences
Mach bitte das Fenster auf — wir müssen lüften.
Please open the window — we need to air out the room.
Im Winter lüftet man stoßweise.
In winter you ventilate by opening windows briefly.
Hast du schon gelüftet heute?
Have you aired out the room today?