die Sorge
Translation
worry, concern, care
Examples
Mach dir keine Sorgen.
Don't worry.
Er hat viele Sorgen.
He has many worries.
Die Sorge für die Kinder ist wichtig.
The care for the children is important.
Grammar Patterns
to worry ((about sb./sth.)) (sich Sorgen machen um) I'm worried about you.
to have worries (Sorgen haben) He has financial worries.
to take care ((of sb./sth.)) (Sorge tragen für) Parents take care of their children.
Similar Words
Angst (fear), Kummer (grief); Antonyms: Sorglosigkeit (carefreeness)
Etymology
From Old High German 'sorga'. Related to the English word 'sorrow'.
Memory Tips
Connect 'Sorge' with 'sorrow'. Remember its dual meaning: a negative feeling (worry) and a positive action (care).