übertreiben

B1 Verb

English Translation

to exaggerate

übertreiben — German verb meaning to exaggerate (B1)
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What does „übertreiben" mean in English?

„übertreiben" is a German verb meaning "to exaggerate" in English. CEFR Level B1 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.

Example Sentences

1

Ein bisschen Sport ist gesund. Aber man sollte es nicht übertreiben.

A little sport is healthy. But one should not exaggerate.

CEFR Level

B1

Intermediate — main points on familiar topics, travel, and interests.

This word is part of the official Goethe-Institut B1 vocabulary list.

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