noun
die Panik, -en
panic
The German word "Panik" is a noun meaning "panic", referring to sudden, intense anxiety or fear.
- The word itself isn't a compound and does not break down into smaller meaningful parts in German.
- It is borrowed from Greek panikos (related to the god Pan).
Similar words:
- Angst (fear, anxiety)
- Furcht (fear)
- Hysterie (hysteria)
Differences:
- Panik implies a strong, often uncontrollable sudden fear reaction.
- Angst and Furcht often refer to more general or rational fears.
- Hysterie suggests exaggerated or uncontrollable emotional disturbance, possibly broader than panic alone.
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Examples
Die Panik greift schnell um sich.noun
The panic spreads quickly.
Als sie den Rauch sah, geriet sie in Panik.noun
When she saw the smoke, she went into a panic.
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