sich melden
to get in touch, to text/call back
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/zɪç ˈmɛldn̩/
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Cultural Note
'Er/sie meldet sich nicht' (he/she isn't getting in touch) is a classic dating complaint. In German dating culture, not texting back is seen as a clear signal of disinterest. Germans tend to be straightforward — if they like you, they will melden sich.
📝 Example Sentences
Er hat sich seit drei Tagen nicht gemeldet.
He hasn't been in touch for three days.
Meld dich mal wieder!
Get in touch again sometime!
Ich melde mich morgen bei dir.
I'll get in touch with you tomorrow.