Example: Viele Kinder haben Angst vor Dunkelheit in der Nacht.
Definition
"Angst haben" means to feel fear or anxiety about something. It describes the emotional state where someone experiences worry or nervousness, often due to a perceived threat or danger, such as children fearing the dark at night.
Translations
be afraid
tener miedo
bang zijn
tenir por
avoir peur
Etymology
The phrase "Angst haben" comes from the German words "Angst," meaning fear or anxiety, and "haben," meaning to have. "Angst" traces back to Old High German "angust," related to tightness or distress, reflecting the physical sensation of fear. Did you know? The English word 'anguish' shares the same roots as "Angst."
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