probieren
to try / to taste / to sample
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/pʁoˈbiːʁən/
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Cultural Note
The proverb 'Probieren geht über Studieren' (trying beats studying) is commonly used in German to encourage hands-on experience, especially in cooking. At markets and wine tastings, 'Darf ich probieren?' is the polite way to ask for a sample.
📝 Example Sentences
Möchtest du mein Essen probieren?
Would you like to try my food?
Probieren geht über Studieren.
Trying beats studying. (The proof of the pudding is in the eating.)