English–German

“out of reach” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˌʊnɛɐ̯ˈʁaɪ̯çbaːɐ̯/

Example

Das neue Auto ist für mich unerreichbar.

The new car is beyond my reach.

Illustration for unerreichbar (out of reach)

How to say “out of reach” in German

“Out of reach” in German is unerreichbar.

A place, goal, or state remains beyond the boundary that effort or movement could cross.

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

Example sentences with unerreichbar

Für viele bleibt die Perfektion in der Kunst unerreichbar.

For many, perfection in art remains out of reach.

Tips for using unerreichbar

  • The phrase 'für mich unerreichbar' uses 'für' with the accusative, so the person is marked by 'mich', not 'mir'.

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