Sich Sorgen machen
Example: Ich mache mir Sorgen um die Gesundheit meiner Eltern.
Definition
"Sich Sorgen machen" means to feel anxious or worried about something, often regarding the well-being or circumstances of oneself or others. For example, in the phrase "Ich mache mir Sorgen um die Gesundheit meiner Eltern," it expresses concern for the health of one's parents.
Etymology
The phrase "sich Sorgen machen" comes from German, where "Sorgen" means worries or concerns and "machen" means to make or do. It literally translates as "to make worries," reflecting the act of creating or experiencing concern. Did you know? The phrase captures the emotional state of worrying, combining a noun and a verb to express a common human experience.
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