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    Préoccupé (en. Concerned)

    /pʁe.ok.y.pe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who is in a state of worry or concern.
    She is worried about her children's exams.
    Elle est préoccupée par les examens de ses enfants.
    Who is absorbed by a problem or thought.
    He is worried about his professional future.
    Il est préoccupé par son avenir professionnel.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'préoccuper', deriving from the prefix 'pré-' and 'occuper'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be worried about something
    to be in a state of worry regarding a particular subject.
    être préoccupé par quelque chose
    daily concerns
    the worries or thoughts that occupy the mind each day.
    préoccupations quotidiennes

    Related Words

    concern
    State of worry or concern.
    préoccupation
    to worry
    To cause worry or concerns.
    préoccuper

    Slang Meanings

    To have one's brain in a turmoil
    Since he met his future bosses, his brain has been in a turmoil.
    Depuis qu'il a rencontré ses futurs patrons, il a le cerveau en ébullition.
    To be in the fog
    Since she received that letter, she is in the fog.
    Depuis qu'elle a reçu cette lettre, elle est dans le flou.