A2Vocabulary

Spendieren

to treat (someone to something), to give (as a treat)

In German

Spendieren

ʃpɛnˈdiːʁən

Don't Get Confused!

Looks like
spend
In English means: "to pay out (money) in buying or hiring goods or services"
Actually means
Spendieren
to treat (someone to something), to give (as a treat)
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Memory Tip'Spendieren' is to 'treat' someone, not just to 'spend' money. You 'spendieren' a drink to a friend.

Example Sentences

  1. 1

    Ich spendiere dir einen Kaffee.

    I'll treat you to a coffee.

  2. 2

    Wer spendiert die nächste Runde?

    Who's treating the next round?

FAQ

How do you say "to treat (someone to something), to give (as a treat)" in German?

"to treat (someone to something), to give (as a treat)" in German is "Spendieren" (ʃpɛnˈdiːʁən). Example: Ich spendiere dir einen Kaffee..

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