Bammel

Meaning

fear, anxiety (especially relating to the outcome of some action)

Example

Bammel haben, dass etwas passiert

to be afraid that something might happen

Practice tips

• Practice Bammel out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
• Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
• Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.

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