triezen
tease
Jemanden immer wieder ärgern oder necken, damit die Person sich schlecht fühlt.
The German word "triezen" is a verb that means "to tease" or "to torment". It typically refers to annoying or provoking someone, often in a playful but annoying manner. The etymology of "triezen" suggests a combination of "trie" (observing) and the suffering associated with nagging.
Similar words in German include "ärgern" (to annoy), "nerven" (to irritate), and "quälen" (to torment).
The difference is that while "ärgern" and "nerven" have a broader usage that can mean simple annoyance, "triezen" specifically pertains to a persistent teasing or nagging behavior. "Quälen" carries a much stronger connotation of torture or severe discomfort, whereas "triezen" is generally lighter and more playful.
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Die Schüler triezen oft ihren Lehrer.verb
The students often tease their teacher.
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