sich kümmern
to take care of / to look after
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/zɪç ˈkʏmɐn/
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Cultural Note
Sich kümmern um is one of the most versatile verbs in German family life. Germany has a robust system of Pflegeversicherung (long-term care insurance) because the tradition of families caring for elderly members remains strong.
📝 Example Sentences
Sie kümmert sich um ihre alten Eltern.
She takes care of her elderly parents.
Wer kümmert sich um die Kinder?
Who is looking after the children?
Er kümmert sich liebevoll um seine Großmutter.
He lovingly takes care of his grandmother.