No. 11,329 in German
sorgte
"Provided," "caused," or "took care" (depending on context).
In a sentence
Lena sorgte für die Sicherheit der Kinder.
Lena ensured the children's safety.
The word 'sorgte' is used here to express 'ensured' or 'took care of,' indicating an action taken by Lena to maintain safety.
Die Nachricht sorgte für Aufregung im Büro.
The news caused excitement in the office.
In this context, 'sorgte' conveys the meaning of 'caused' or 'provoked,' referring to the effect the news had on the office environment.
Er sorgte sich um seine kranke Mutter.
He worried about his sick mother.
Here, 'sorgte' is part of the reflexive verb 'sich sorgen,' which means 'to worry,' indicating a personal concern or worry of the subject.
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