Verb

nerven

hat genervt · nervte
Based on: Nerv
1.

to get on someone’s nerves, to annoy

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The meaning of “nerven”

A quick look at the German verb "nerven" and how to use it in daily life.

Vocab: nerven, nervig, genervt

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Vocab: sauer, ärgelich, salizg, süß, bitter

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False Friends Explained – “irritieren vs. irritate”

'irritate' and 'irritieren' do NOT mean the same and mixing them up can actually be really awkward. Today, we'll find out what they each mean.

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How many meanings does the German word 'nerven' have?

nerven has 1 distinct meaning: 1. to get on someone’s nerves, to annoy.

What is the past tense of 'nerven'?

hat genervt / nervte

What is 'nerven' related to?

The word 'nerven' is related to Nerv.

Where can I learn more about 'nerven'?

Here are some articles where you can learn more about 'nerven':

The meaning of “nerven”
A quick look at the German verb "nerven" and how to use it in daily life.
Vocab: nerven, nervig, genervt
Read article

Word of the Day – “sauer”
A fun look at the meaning of "sauer" and why it means "sour" and "angry".
Vocab: sauer, ärgelich, salizg, süß, bitter
Read article

False Friends Explained – “irritieren vs. irritate”
'irritate' and 'irritieren' do NOT mean the same and mixing them up can actually be really awkward. Today, we'll find out what they each mean.
Read article