Craindrais (en. Would fear)

/kʁɛ̃dʁɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To be afraid of something that might happen.
I would fear bad news.
Je craindrais une mauvaise nouvelle.
To be worried or troubled by an uncertain situation.
She would fear that her project might be rejected.
Elle craindrait que son projet ne soit rejeté.
To express a fear or apprehension about the future.
He would fear for his health if he didn't eat healthily.
Il craindrait pour sa santé s'il ne mangeait pas sainement.

Etymology

From the verb 'craindre', derived from Latin 'cum timere', meaning 'to be afraid'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to fear the worst
to be afraid of the most unfavorable scenario.
craindre le pire
not afraid to say
to be ready to express one’s thoughts without fear.
ne pas craindre de dire
fear the reaction
to have concerns about others' responses.
craindre la réaction

Related Words

fear
original verb, meaning 'to be afraid'.
craindre
fear
feeling of worry or anxiety in the face of danger.
peur
anxiety
emotional state related to intense fear.
angoisse

Slang Meanings

to have doubts or fears
I'm a bit worried about tomorrow, you know?
J'ai un peu craindrais pour demain, tu sais ?
stressed or worried
He's in a worried mode because of the exam.
Il est en mode craindrais à cause de l'examen.