Stress
stress
The German word 'Stress' is used in the same way as the English word 'stress'. It refers to a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances. For example, 'Der Stress im Büro ist unerträglich.' translates to 'The stress in the office is unbearable.'.
Example sentences using: Stress
Ich habe viel Stress in der Arbeit.
I have a lot of stress at work.
This phrase is commonly used to express having a busy or challenging time in a professional setting. 'In der Arbeit' could be translated literally as 'in the work', but it is better understood as 'at work'.
Er meidet Stress, wann immer es möglich ist.
He avoids stress whenever it is possible.
This phrase can be used to describe a person who tries to avoid stressful situations. 'Wann immer es möglich ist' literally translates to 'whenever it is possible', emphasizing the person's tendency to avoid stress.
Stress kann körperliche Beschwerden verursachen.
Stress can cause physical complaints.
This phrase states that stress can lead to physical ailments or discomfort. 'Körperliche Beschwerden' translates directly to 'physical complaints', which can refer broadly to any kind of physical discomfort or problem.