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    Inquiet (en. Worried)

    /ɛ̃.kje/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who is concerned or anxious.
    He is worried about his exam.
    Il est inquiet à propos de son examen.
    Who causes anguish or uncertainty.
    This news is concerning.
    Cette nouvelle est inquiétante.
    Who shows signs of worry.
    Her voice was anxious during the conversation.
    Sa voix était inquiète pendant la conversation.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'inquietus', composed of 'in-' and 'quietus' meaning 'quiet'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be worried about something
    to have concerns regarding something.
    être inquiet pour quelque chose
    worried in his sleep
    to have troubling thoughts that disturb sleep.
    inquiet dans son sommeil
    worried like a chicken
    to be extremely worried.
    inquiet comme un pou

    Related Words

    worry
    State of being worried or being concerned.
    inquiétude
    to worry
    To cause worry to someone.
    inquiéter
    concerning
    That provokes worry.
    inquiétant

    Slang Meanings

    On edge
    He is on edge due to his busy schedule.
    Il est sur les nerfs à cause de son emploi du temps chargé.
    In stress mode
    She is in stress mode before the big day.
    Elle est en mode stress avant le grand jour.