Feelings in German

Want to say how you really feel – in German? This free audio lesson is for you! Maybe you’d like to get to know native speakers better, and for them to learn more about you. One thing’s for sure – we all need to express our emotions, and without knowing the right words this can be frustrating in a new language.

After this lesson you’ll be able to say in German that you’re happy, in a hurry, busy or worried. Maybe the German speaker you’re talking to is angry, or frightened, or just a bit tired. Being able to express these feelings in German to the people around you is important - for them and for you. I really encourage you to take the time to learn these German words and phrases - you’ll be pleased you did!

Resources for further reading:

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Ich bin glücklich.

I'm happy.

Ich bin beschäftigt.

I'm busy.

Ich bin besorgt.

I'm worried.

Ich bin wütend.

I'm furious.

Ich bin überrascht.

I'm surprised.

Ich bin ruhig.

I'm calm.

Ich bin traurig.

I'm sad.

Ich schäme mich.

I'm embarrassed.

Ich bin in Eile.

I'm in a hurry.

Ich bin nervös.

I'm nervous.

Ich bin zufrieden.

I'm content.

Ich bin verblüfft.

I'm amazed.

Ich bin verliebt.

I'm in love.

Mir ist langweilig.

I'm bored.

Ich bin müde.

I'm tired.

Ich bin aufgeregt.

I'm excited.

Ich bin erschrocken.

I'm frightened.

Ich bin sauer.

I'm angry.

Ich fühle mich lebendig.

I feel alive.

Ich bin eifersüchtig.

I'm jealous.

Ich bin ausgeglichen.

I feel balanced.

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