verb

weinen

cry

Das ist, wenn aus den Augen Tränen kommen, oft weil man traurig, verletzt oder sehr gerührt ist.

The German word "weinen" is a verb that means "to cry" or "to weep". It derives from Middle High German "wînen" and Old High German "wīnan". "Weinen" implies the act of shedding tears or expressing sorrow through tears. Similar words in German include "heulen" (to bawl or howl), "schluchzen" (to sob), and "jammern" (to wail or moan).

Differences:

"Heulen" implies a louder, more intense form of crying, often used colloquially.
"Schluchzen" describes intensive crying with convulsive movements, indicating a deeper emotional upheaval.
"Jammern" can imply a complaining or whining tone, not necessarily involving tears.