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German Phrase

Meine Symptome werden schlimmer.

/ˈmaɪ̯nə zʏmpˈtoːmə ˈveːɐ̯dn̩ ˈʃlɪmɐ/
Meaning"My symptoms are getting worse."
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Meaning

This phrase is used to communicate that a health condition is deteriorating. It utilizes the verb 'werden' to indicate a progression or change in state over time.

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When to use

Use this phrase when speaking to a healthcare professional, pharmacist, or a concerned friend. It is the standard way to report that an illness is not improving as expected.

✦Grammar Breakdown

MeineSymptomewerdenschlimmer

1

Werden

This verb means 'to become' and is essential for describing changes in health or status.

2

Schlimmer

This is the comparative form of 'schlimm' (bad). Adding '-er' is the standard way to say 'worse' in German.

🗨In Conversation

A

Wie fühlst du dich heute Morgen?

How are you feeling this morning?

Leider nicht gut, meine Symptome werden schlimmer.

Unfortunately not good, my symptoms are getting worse.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Meine Symptome sind schlimmer.

    While grammatically correct, 'sind' describes a static state, whereas 'werden' correctly expresses the process of getting worse.

  • Meine Symptome werden mehr schlimm.

    German uses the suffix '-er' to form the comparative (schlimmer) rather than using an auxiliary word like 'more'.

↔Alternatives

  • Mir geht es schlechter.

    I am feeling worse.

  • Der Zustand verschlechtert sich.

    The condition is worsening.

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Cultural Tip

In German-speaking countries, directness is appreciated in medical contexts. Providing a clear statement like this helps doctors prioritize your care and understand the urgency of your situation.