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afflict in German

afflict in German is bekümmern — afflict means to cause someone pain or suffering.

afflict in German

bekümmern

verb

(obsolete) To strike or cast down; to overthrow; to result.

What does "afflict" mean?

verb To cause someone pain or suffering.
verb (archaic) To knock down or defeat someone.
verb (archaic) To humble someone.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Similar words in German

smite

Common German translations

the of to AND A in I IS that for you IT

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What is "afflict" in German?

"afflict" in German is bekümmern. afflict means: To cause someone pain or suffering.

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