wandern
/ˈvandɐn/
to hike
Wir wandern jeden Sonntag in den Bergen.
We hike in the mountains every Sunday.
informal
To hike or walk for pleasure, especially in nature or the countryside.
Sie liebt es, im Wald zu wandern.
She loves to hike in the forest.
Lass uns wandern gehen!
Let's go hiking!
Often used for longer walks in natural settings, but can also refer to casual walking.
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Pro Tip
Common Collocations
'Wandern' is often combined with 'gehen' (to go) or 'über Nacht' (overnight).
Gold Rule
Noun vs. Verb
The noun form is 'die Wanderung' (the hike).
Word Origin
From Middle High German 'wanden' (to wander), related to Old High German 'wantan' (to wander).
Usage Notes
In German, 'wandern' is often used for more structured hiking trips, while 'spazieren' is more casual. 'Wandern' can also imply an overnight or multi-day trip.
Word Breakdown
wandern
to hike
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