This is the 9746th most frequent German word.
nebenwirkungen
"Nebenwirkungen" means "side effects" in English.
Here, 'Nebenwirkungen' refers to the medical term for side effects, relating to secondary effects from the primary intended effects of medication.
Die Nebenwirkungen des Medikaments sind mild.
The side effects of the medication are mild.
In this usage, 'Nebenwirkungen' metaphorically describes secondary consequences or effects in the context of economics or policy.
Diese Wirtschaftspolitik könnte unerwartete Nebenwirkungen haben.
This economic policy might have unexpected side effects.
The word 'Nebenwirkungen' here highlights unintended effects or outcomes of implementing new rules within a structured system.