noun

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trouble · anger

Ein Gefühl von Unzufriedenheit oder Wut, das entsteht, wenn etwas nicht so läuft, wie man es möchte.

The German word "Ärger" is a noun meaning "anger," "trouble," or "annoyance."

  • It does not contain smaller parts acting as roots (it's a base noun).
  • It refers to feelings of irritation or situations causing problems and conflict.

Similar words:

  • Wut (rage, intense anger)
  • Unmut (displeasure, discontent)
  • Missmut (resentment, sulkiness)

Difference:

  • "Ärger" is a general term for trouble or irritation, while "Wut" indicates a stronger, more intense emotion.
  • "Unmut" and "Missmut" tend to express quieter dissatisfaction rather than open anger.

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Examples

Er hat immer Ärger bei der Arbeit.noun

He always has trouble at work.

Ohne seinen Ärger zu verbergen, verließ er das Zimmer.noun

Without hiding his anger, he left the room.

Der Ärger wächst jeden Tag.noun

The anger grows every day.

Aus Ärger über den Lärm schlug er die Tür zu.noun

Out of anger at the noise, he slammed the door shut.

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