nerven

noun
  1. The word 'Nerven' is not an English word; it is German for 'nerves'. In English, 'nerves' refers to the fibers in the body that transmit impulses of sensation to the brain or spinal cord, and impulses from these to the muscles and organs. noun
    The surgeon carefully avoided damaging the nerves during the operation.
    She felt a tingling sensation as the nerves in her hand began to recover.
  2. In a more figurative sense, 'nerves' can refer to a person's mental state in terms of anxiety or stress. noun
    He had to calm his nerves before giving the presentation.
    The long wait was fraying her nerves.