worry
/ˈwʌri/ · /ˈwɜːri/
CEFR level A2Topic EmotionWord #1740 in the learning path
担心；使担忧
Definitions
v. To feel anxious, or make someone feel anxious.
担心；使担忧
n. An anxious feeling or something that causes it.
担忧；令人担忧的事
Example
I worry about my cat when she stays outside.
猫待在外面时，我会担心她。
Many parents worry that excessive screen time may affect their children's sleep and concentration.
许多家长担心，过长的屏幕使用时间可能影响孩子的睡眠和注意力。
Collocations
- worry about
- a major worry
- cause worry
- financial worries
Word family
- worried (adj.)
- worrying (adj.)
Synonyms
- concern
Usage tip
worry about表示担心某事；worried描述人的状态。
FAQ
- What does worry mean?
- To feel anxious, or make someone feel anxious. An anxious feeling or something that causes it.
- How is worry pronounced?
- UK /ˈwʌri/, US /ˈwɜːri/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
