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    Préoccupations (en. Concerns)

    /pʁe.ok.ʊ.pa.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    States of mind marked by worry or concern for something.
    His concerns about the future were legitimate.
    Ses préoccupations concernant l'avenir étaient légitimes.
    Subjects that occupy someone's mind.
    Ecological concerns are at the heart of current debates.
    Les préoccupations écologiques sont au cœur des débats actuels.
    Feelings of anxiety or stress in the face of everyday situations.
    Family concerns can affect productivity at work.
    Les préoccupations familiales peuvent affecter la productivité au travail.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'praeoccupatio', 'praeoccupare' which means 'to occupy in advance'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have concerns
    To be plagued by worries or troubles.
    avoir des préoccupations
    financial concerns
    Worries related to money management.
    préoccupations financières
    environmental concerns
    Worries linked to environmental degradation.
    préoccupations environnementales

    Related Words

    worry
    A state of distress or concern.
    inquiétude
    stress
    Physical and mental reaction to pressure or worry.
    stress
    anxiety
    Prolonged state of alertness often related to concerns.
    anxiété

    Slang Meanings

    Intense stress caused by multiple worries.
    He is so caught up in his worries that he can't even sleep.
    Il est tellement dans ses préoccupations qu'il ne peut même pas dormir.
    Exaggerated concerns for insignificant details.
    She worries too much about concerns that don't matter.
    Elle se fait trop de soucis pour des préoccupations qui n'ont pas d'importance.