krank
Translation
sick, ill, unwell
Examples
Ich bin heute leider krank.
Unfortunately, I am sick today.
Er hat sich krankgemeldet.
He called in sick.
Sie ist krank vor Sorge.
She is sick with worry.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) is sick/ill My brother is sick.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unwohl (unwell), unpässlich (indisposed); Antonyms: gesund (healthy), fit
Etymology
Derived from Old High German 'kranc', which meant 'weak' or 'feeble'.
Memory Tips
Think of the related word 'Krankenhaus' (hospital) - the house for the 'krank' (sick).