German phrase

Ich fürchte, ~.

Meaning

I'm afraid that ___

When to use it

Softens bad news or a refusal. It signals regret without sounding blunt.

Example dialogue

Kannst du mir morgen beim Umzug helfen?

Can you help me move tomorrow?

Ich fürchte, dass ich dir morgen nicht helfen kann.

I'm afraid that I can't help you tomorrow.

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