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beklommen
German → American English
American English
anxious
von Unruhe, Angst oder innerer Enge erfüllt; beunruhigt und angespannt
Sie wirkte beklommen, als sie die Nachricht hörte.Beklommen is more literary or formal than everyday words like ängstlich or nervös. It often describes a tense, uneasy feeling in a situation, not just general fear.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „beklommen“ mean in English?
It means „anxious,“ „uneasy,“ or „oppressed with worry.“
Is „beklommen“ the same as „ängstlich“?
Not exactly. „Beklommen“ often means a more tense, uneasy, or constricted feeling, while „ängstlich“ is the more direct everyday word for „afraid“ or „anxious.“
Is „beklommen“ formal or informal?
It is rather formal or literary and is used less often in everyday conversation.