lästig

lästig is a German adjective that translates to "annoying," "bothersome," or "troublesome" in English. It describes something or someone that causes irritation, inconvenience, or annoyance. The word can be applied to a wide range of situations, from a persistent fly buzzing around a room to a bureaucratic process that is difficult to navigate.

The intensity of lästig can vary. A minor lästig thing might be a slightly uncomfortable shoe, while a more significant lästig issue could be a constant, unresolved problem that disrupts daily life. It often implies a feeling of being pestered or hindered.

In everyday German conversation, lästig is a common term. One might say a task is lästig if it is tedious and unwanted, or describe a person as lästig if they are perceived as intrusive or bothersome. The adjective derives from the verb "lasten," which means "to weigh down" or "to burden." This etymology highlights the sense of being weighed down by something unpleasant or difficult.