jagt

This is the 14384th most frequent German word.


jagt

The German word "jagt" means "hunts" or "is hunting."


Here, 'jagt' shows the literal action of hunting.

Der Jäger jagt den Hirsch.

The hunter hunts the deer.


In this context, 'jagt' is used metaphorically to mean 'chasing' or 'pursuing' a goal.

Sie jagt ihren Traum, Sängerin zu werden.

She is chasing her dream of becoming a singer.


Here, 'jagt' is used figuratively to describe something moving swiftly or rapidly.

Das Auto jagt die Straße entlang.

The car speeds along the road.