Learn more about this word
Abschweifen
To leave the main subject temporarily in speech or writing. It can be accidental or a deliberate rhetorical tactic.
Examples in context
Bitte nicht vom Thema abschweifen.
Please do not digress from the topic.
Er neigt dazu, oft abzuschweifen.
He tends to digress often.
Explore more German decks
💬 Become bilingual with our teacher Umi
Umi will correct your pronunciation, grammar, and teach you how to respond naturally.