English–German

“curse” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/fluːx/

Example

Der Fluch wurde gebrochen.

The curse was broken.

Illustration for Fluch (curse)

How to say “curse” in German

“Curse” in German is Fluch.

An uttered curse is treated as a force that can cause disaster, while a figurative curse is a persistent source of trouble.

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

Example sentences with Fluch

Das Dorf erlag dem Fluch.

The village succumbed to the curse.

Tips for using Fluch

  • Fluch can describe a figurative burden or source of trouble, as in der Fluch des Erfolgs, not only a supernatural curse.

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