Meaning 1neutral · 82%
To look after a person or take responsibility for a matter.
Natural examples
Kannst du dich heute um den Hund kümmern?
Can you take care of the dog today?
Die Hausmeisterin kümmert sich um die kaputte Tür.
The caretaker is dealing with the broken door.
Er kümmerte sich nach dem Unfall um die verletzten Gäste.
After the accident, he cared for the injured guests.
Usage note
In this sense it is reflexive: sich um plus accusative kümmern. The participle is gekümmert.
Mini-lesson: kümmern
To look after a person or take responsibility for a matter. In this sense it is reflexive: sich um plus accusative kümmern. The participle is gekümmert.
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