English–German

“lose weight” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈapˌneːmən/

Example

Ich nehme ab.

I am losing weight.

Illustration for abnehmen (lose weight)

How to say “lose weight” in German

“Lose weight” in German is abnehmen.

A hand takes something away from its place, leaving less behind, whether an object, clothing, or body weight.

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

Example sentences with abnehmen

Im Sommer will sie ein Kilo abnehmen.

In summer, she wants to lose a kilo.

Tips for using abnehmen

  • In the present tense, the prefix separates: Ich nehme ab, but the infinitive is abnehmen.

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