Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Inquiétude (en. Worry)

    ɛ̃.kjɛ.tyd

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A feeling of anxiety or worry in the face of an uncertain situation.
    His anxiety grew as the exam approached.
    Son inquiétude grandissait à l'approche de l'examen.
    A persistent concern in the mind.
    He lives in constant anxiety about his future.
    Il vit dans une inquiétude constante à propos de son avenir.
    Emotional disturbance due to stressful circumstances.
    The anxiety caused by work affects his health.
    L'inquiétude engendrée par le travail affecte sa santé.

    Etymology

    The word 'anxiety' comes from the Latin 'inquietudinem', which means 'trouble, anxiety'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to live in anxiety
    To be constantly preoccupied or worried.
    vivre dans l'inquiétude
    to express one's anxiety
    To share one's worries with someone.
    exprimer son inquiétude
    the anxiety is palpable
    The anxiety is evident in a situation.
    l'inquiétude est palpable
    to combat anxiety
    To attempt to reduce or eliminate anxiety.
    combat l'inquiétude

    Related Words

    worried
    Who experiences anxiety.
    inquiet
    to worry
    To cause anxiety to someone.
    inquiéter
    anguish
    A state of intense and prolonged anxiety.
    angoisse

    Slang Meanings

    To feel down
    When he is stressed, he always feels down.
    Quand il est stressé, il a toujours le cafard.
    To be on edge
    She is on edge because of her brother.
    Elle est sur les nerfs à cause de son frère.