English–German

“unbearable” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʊnɛɐ̯ˌtʁɛːklɪç/

Example

Die Musik ist unerträglich.

The music is unbearable.

Illustration for unerträglich (unbearable)

How to say “unbearable” in German

“Unbearable” in German is unerträglich.

A burden pushed past the point where patience, comfort, or endurance can hold.

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

Example sentences with unerträglich

Sein ständiges Nörgeln machte das Zusammensein unerträglich.

His constant complaining made being together unbearable.

Tips for using unerträglich

  • As an attributive adjective, "unerträglich" takes ordinary adjective endings, as in "ein unerträglicher Lärm."

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