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    Préoccupée (en. Concerned)

    /pʁe.o.k.y.pe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    A state of mind where a person is very concerned about something.
    She is worried about her exam tomorrow.
    Elle est préoccupée par son examen de demain.
    Who experiences persistent worry.
    He looks worried since he received that bad news.
    Il a l'air préoccupé depuis qu'il a reçu cette mauvaise nouvelle.
    To have one's mind focused on a specific concern.
    He remains worried about the company's affairs.
    Il reste préoccupé par les affaires de la société.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'préoccuper', composed of 'pré-' and 'occuper'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be worried about something
    To have anxiety or concern about a specific subject.
    être préoccupé par quelque chose
    to think about something that worries us
    To think about a problem or situation that causes anxiety.
    penser à quelque chose qui nous préoccupe
    to have a worried mind
    To be distracted or unable to concentrate due to worries.
    avoir l'esprit préoccupé

    Related Words

    concern
    Feeling of concern for something.
    préoccupation
    to worry
    To make someone anxious or concerned.
    préoccuper
    anxiety
    Feeling of distress or discomfort.
    inquiétude

    Slang Meanings

    To be in the fog because of anxiety.
    He is too much in the fog, he should relax.
    Il est trop dans le flou, il devrait se relaxer.
    To have one's head elsewhere due to worries.
    It seems like she has her head elsewhere, she must be worried about something.
    On dirait qu'elle a la tête ailleurs, elle doit être préoccupée par quelque chose.