noun

die Sorge, -n

worry

Ein Gefühl, das entsteht, wenn man Angst hat, dass etwas Schlimmes passieren könnte oder wenn man sich um jemanden oder etwas kümmert.

The German word "Sorge" is a noun that means "concern," "worry," or "anxiety." It can refer to feelings of unease about something or someone. It can also denote care or consideration for someone, as in the phrase "Fürsorge," which means "care" or "provision."

Similar words in German include "Besorgnis" (concern), "Ängstlichkeit" (anxiety), and "Kummer" (sorrow).

The differences lie in their nuances: while "Sorge" encompasses a broad range of worries or concerns, "Besorgnis" may imply a more serious or specific concern, "Ängstlichkeit" suggests a more nervous emotional state, and "Kummer" relates more closely to grief or sadness.

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Examples

Ich mache mir Sorgen um dich.noun

I am worried about you.

Heute habe ich eine Sorge weniger.noun

Today I have one less worry.

Er hat versucht, seine Sorgen zu vergessen.noun

He tried to forget his worries.

Viele Menschen haben Sorgen wegen ihrer Arbeit.noun

Many people have worries because of their work.

Ihre Sorgen verschwanden nach dem Gespräch.noun

Her worries disappeared after the conversation.

Er vergaß kurz alle seine Sorgen im Urlaub.noun

He briefly forgot all his worries on vacation.

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