schreiben
to write, to text
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/ˈʃʁaɪ̯bn̩/
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Cultural Note
In modern German dating, 'schreiben' has become synonymous with texting. 'Wir schreiben' (we're writing to each other) is the standard way to describe the texting phase of getting to know someone, especially through WhatsApp, which dominates German messaging.
📝 Example Sentences
Er schreibt mir jeden Tag.
He texts me every day.
Soll ich ihm zuerst schreiben?
Should I text him first?
Wir schreiben seit Wochen hin und her.
We've been texting back and forth for weeks.