stören
/ˈʃtøːʁən/
to disturb
Entschuldigung, ich möchte Sie nicht stören.
Sorry, I don’t want to disturb you.
informal
To interrupt someone's activity or peace, often unintentionally.
Das laute Radio stört mich beim Lesen.
The loud radio is disturbing me while I read.
Commonly used to express annoyance or to politely ask not to be interrupted.
Collocations
jemanden störento disturb someonedas stört mich nichtit doesn’t bother me
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Pro Tip
Polite Usage
Use 'stören' carefully in formal settings to avoid sounding rude.
Word Origin
From Middle High German 'stören', possibly related to 'stürzen' (to fall).
Usage Notes
Often used in polite contexts to avoid causing inconvenience.
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