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    Inquiété (en. Worry)

    /ɛ̃.kjɛ.te/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    In a state of concern or anxiety.
    She is worried about the future of her job.
    Elle est inquiétée par l'avenir de son emploi.
    Causing worry.
    The situation is alarming for the residents.
    La situation est inquiétante pour les habitants.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'inquietare', which means to disturb.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be worried about someone
    To be concerned about someone's situation or well-being.
    être inquiet pour quelqu'un
    to have worries
    To be troubled by doubts or problems.
    avoir des inquiétudes
    to worry someone
    To cause someone distress.
    inquiéter quelqu'un

    Related Words

    anxiety
    A state of worry or concern.
    inquiétude
    anxious
    An adjective describing a person who feels anxiety.
    inquiet
    to worry
    A verb meaning to cause worry.
    inquiéter

    Slang Meanings

    To be on edge
    Since he lost his phone, he has been on edge.
    Depuis qu'il a perdu son téléphone, il est sur les nerfs.
    To have butterflies in one's stomach
    Before the exam, I had butterflies in my stomach.
    Avant l'examen, j'avais des papillons dans le ventre.