English–German

“attract” in German

German

Alsoanlocken

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈlɔkən/

Example

Das Angebot lockt viele Kunden.

The offer attracts many customers.

Illustration for locken (attract)

How to say “attract” in German

“Attract” in German is locken.

A striking feature or promise catches attention and brings people toward its source.

Full entry for locken: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with locken

Die Einladung lockt viele Leute zum Event.

The invitation attracts many people to the event.

Tips for using locken

  • An offer, price reduction, or other incentive can be the subject of locken, as well as a person or animal.

Other German words for “attract”

Der Duft lockt die Leute an.

The scent attracts people.

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