English–German
“exaggerate” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˌyːbɐˈtraɪ̯bn̩/
Example
Er übertreibt oft, wenn er Geschichten erzählt.
He often exaggerates when he tells stories.
How to say “exaggerate” in German
“Exaggerate” in German is übertreiben.
A description grows larger than the facts, or an action becomes more extreme than the situation requires.
Example sentences with übertreiben
Sie übertreibt die Probleme, um Aufmerksamkeit zu bekommen.
She exaggerates the problems to get attention.
Tips for using übertreiben
- The related adjective "übertrieben" often means excessive or over-the-top, not only factually exaggerated.