English–German

“nervous” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/nɛʁˈvøːs/

Example

Vor dem Vorstellungsgespräch bin ich nervös.

Before the interview, I'm nervous.

Illustration for nervös (nervous)

How to say “nervous” in German

“Nervous” in German is nervös.

Inner tension appears as restless movement and irritability while attention stays fixed on a concern.

Full entry for nervös: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with nervös

Bei Prüfungen werde ich schnell nervös.

I quickly get nervous during exams.

Tips for using nervös

  • The pattern 'nervös werden' means 'to become nervous', while 'nervös machen' means 'to make someone nervous'.

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