Kranken Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Kranken" is mainly used as verb meaning "to be ill", "to suffer from" or "to ail". It is also used as adjective.

Essential properties of "kranken"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Verb

  • Infinitive: kranken
  • Simple past: krankte
  • Participle: gekrankt

See full conjugation of kranken

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "kranken" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To feel unwell or suffer from a disease"

"Kranken", when used with this meaning, acts as verb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er begann zu kranken, nachdem er im Regen war.He began to feel ill after he was in the rain.
  2. Viele Menschen kranken an der Grippe im Winter.Many people suffer from the flu in winter.
  3. Sie kranken seit Wochen und es wird nicht besser.They have been ailing for weeks and it's not getting better.

2.) "To be in a state of poor health"

"Kranken", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er fühlt sich kranken und bleibt heute zu Hause.He feels unwell and is staying home today.
  2. Nach der langen Reise war sie kranken und erschöpft.After the long journey, she was unwell and exhausted.
  3. Die Kinder sind kranken und müssen im Bett bleiben.The children are unwell and have to stay in bed.
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