irren

The German word "irren" is a verb meaning "to err" or "to be mistaken". It comes from the noun "der Irrtum," which means "error" or "mistake." It often refers to making a wrong judgment or being wrong about something.

Similar words:

• sich täuschen (to be mistaken)
• einen Fehler machen (to make a mistake)
• sich irren (specifically means to be wrong oneself)

Difference:

• "irren" focuses more on the internal mistake or error in judgment.
• "sich täuschen" can imply deception, including self-deception or being misled.
• "einen Fehler machen" is a broader phrase meaning any mistake, not necessarily only a judgment error.