GERMAN · B2WORD NOTES
MEANING & PRONUNCIATION

ängstigen (sich) (vor + D.)

frighten; scare

Die heftigen Geräusche aus dem Keller ängstigten das Kind, bis die Ursache geklärt war.

The loud noises from the cellar frightened the child until their cause was established.

be afraid; be anxious

Sie ängstigt sich vor dem bevorstehenden Eingriff, obwohl die Ärztin alles ausführlich erklärt hat.

She is afraid of the upcoming procedure, even though the doctor has explained everything in detail.

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