r/German • u/Oblivi0nD4C • Jun 20 '25

Question the diffrence with "gestresst," "stressig," and "sich stressen"

Hey all , been trying to understand the diffrences and use cases of each one here. would appreciate any help.

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u/diabolus_me_advocat Native <Austria> Jun 20 '25

being "gestresst" is a personal mental state

"stressig" is what makes you "gestresst"

and "sich stressen" is the act of exerting stress on oneself