Konsonantenverbindung Glossary of terms

A Konsonantenverbindung is the sequence of two or more consecutive consonants in a German word.

Detailed Explanation

Consonant combinations are frequent in German and can occur at the beginning, middle, or end of a word. Some combinations are common in English, while others are unique to German.

The correct pronunciation of these combinations is crucial for good diction in German. English speakers should practice especially those combinations that do not exist in their native language.

Usage examples of "Konsonantenverbindung"