lästig
annoying
The German word "lästig" is an adjective that means "annoying," "irksome," or "bothersome." It describes something or someone that is inconvenient or causes irritation. The word can apply to situations that are troublesome or to actions that are perceived as a nuisance.
Similar words in German include "ärgert" (annoying), "nervig" (irritating), and "unangenehm" (unpleasant).
The main difference between "lästig" and these synonyms lies in their connotations:
- "Ärgerlich" suggests causing annoyance more deliberately.
- "Nervig" refers more specifically to causing irritation over time.
- "Unangenehm" focuses on discomfort or unpleasantness but may not imply ongoing nuisance.
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Examples
Das Warten ist sehr lästig.adjective
Waiting is very annoying.
Lärm kann sehr lästig sein.adjective
Noise can be very annoying.
Kinder finden Hausaufgaben oft lästig.adjective
Children often find homework annoying.
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