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To take responsibility for someone or something, often involving care or attention.
Er kümmert sich um den Garten.
He takes care of the garden.
Kannst du dich bitte um die Kinder kümmern?
Could you please take care of the children?
This phrase is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to express responsibility for someone or something.
This phrase is often followed by 'um' and the object of care, whether a person or a task.
Remember to use the reflexive pronoun 'sich' as it is a reflexive verb.
The phrase 'sich kümmern' is derived from the Middle High German 'kümern', meaning 'to worry' or 'to care'. The reflexive form 'sich kümmern' developed to express taking care of oneself or others.
This phrase is versatile and can be used in various contexts, from personal care to professional responsibilities. It often implies a sense of duty or obligation.