German ADJECTIVE B1 Rank 7484

ängstlich

anxious / fearful

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ängstlich vs vorsichtig

careful / cautious

Vorsichtig describes the appropriate care and attention used to avoid mistakes or damage. Ängstlich can also express great care, but it suggests excessive worry. Vorsichtig fits reasonable caution, while ängstlich is more appropriate for behavior driven by strong concern.

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ängstlich

Lea prüft das wichtige Formular ängstlich immer wieder, obwohl es längst vollständig ist.

Lea anxiously checks the important form over and over, even though it has long been complete.

vorsichtig

Lea prüft das wichtige Formular vorsichtig, bevor sie es abschickt.

Lea carefully checks the important form before sending it.

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