Common German Collocations: Free PDF + Quiz

Common German Collocations gives you a practical set of German words and expressions in one place, so you can study useful vocabulary without digging through scattered sources.

Each row is designed for quick review with meaning, example usage, and any available pronunciation help. When you want an offline copy, use the free Download PDF button below the table.

Want more than one list? Browse our German section for more Yak Yacker study pages, printable lists, and quiz-friendly review material.

Quick Quiz

Think your brain has already locked onto a few collocations? The quiz below will show you how much you’ve soaked in – jump in before or after scanning the list.

Browse the Full List

WordTypeMeaning
NeigungOtherinclination, slope, gradient, slant, tilt, pitch, list
NeuigkeitOthernews, piece of news
nickenVerbnod
OhrringOtherearring
OperationOtheroperation
ParisOtherParis
PferdOtherhorse, equine
poetischAdjectivepoetical
PortionOtherportion, helping, serving
prägenVerbmint, strike
prägenVerbmint, strike
PräsentationOtherpresentation
rechteAdjectiveright
reichenVerbreach, pass, hand, give
rogerOtherroger!
SalonOtherdrawing room, parlor, parlour, salon
samstagsVerbSaturdays, on Saturdays, every Saturday
SchaffnerOtherconductor, carman
schamlosAdjectiveshameless, unashamed, unabashed
SchätzchenOtheryou’re a fine one!
ScherzOtherjoke
SchillingOtherschilling
schlachtenVerbslaughter, kill, butcher
schmerzenVerbsmart, sting
SchmerzmittelOtherpain-killer, analgesic