verloben
to get engaged
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/fɛɐ̯ˈloːbn̩/
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Cultural Note
German engagements are formalized with a Verlobungsring (engagement ring), traditionally worn on the left hand. Upon marriage, the ring moves to the right hand — the opposite of many English-speaking countries.
📝 Example Sentences
Sie haben sich letzten Monat verlobt.
They got engaged last month.
Er hat sich mit seiner Freundin verlobt.
He got engaged to his girlfriend.
Wann habt ihr euch verlobt?
When did you get engaged?
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