krank
sick
Wenn jemand sich nicht gut fühlt und körperliche Beschwerden oder eine gesundheitliche Störung hat.
The German word "krank" is an adjective that means "sick" or "ill". Similar words in German include "erkrankt" (suffering from a disease), "kränklich" (sickly), and "krankhaft" (morbid or pathological).
Difference and nuances:
- "krank" (sick) is a general term used to indicate illness.
- "erkrankt" (suffering from a disease) is commonly used to specify someone actively suffering from an illness.
- "kränklich" (sickly) implies a person is often ill or has a weak constitution.
- "krankhaft" (morbid or pathological) often refers to a condition or behavior that is abnormally unhealthy.
Each term varies in its intensity and context of use regarding one's health condition.
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Examples
Er ist heute krank und bleibt zu Hause.adjective
He is sick today and stays at home.
Mein Bruder fühlt sich krank.adjective
My brother feels sick.
Mein Kollege fühlt sich krank.adjective
My colleague feels sick.
Sie ist krank und kann nicht zur Arbeit gehen.adjective
She is sick and cannot go to work.
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