afraid
/əˈfreɪd/
CEFR level A1Topic EmotionWord #126 in the learning path
害怕的；担心的
Definitions
adj. feeling fear or worry about something
害怕的；担心的
adj. used to introduce unwelcome information politely
恐怕；遗憾地认为
Example
The puppy was afraid of the noisy vacuum cleaner.
那只小狗害怕吵闹的吸尘器。
Some employees are afraid to report workplace problems because they worry about losing their jobs.
有些员工不敢反映职场问题，因为他们担心失去工作。
Collocations
- afraid of
- afraid to ask
- afraid of making mistakes
- I'm afraid that
Synonyms
- frightened
- scared
Antonyms
- unafraid
Usage tip
通常作表语，不放名词前；用afraid of或afraid to do。
FAQ
- What does afraid mean?
- feeling fear or worry about something used to introduce unwelcome information politely
- How is afraid pronounced?
- UK /əˈfreɪd/, US /əˈfreɪd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
