Ansi (en. Ansi)

an-si

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
State of worry or desire for something that is wanted or feared.
I feel anxious to know the exam results.
Siento ansia de conocer el resultado del examen.
Intense desire or unease for something.
The desire for power led him to make wrong decisions.
La ansia de poder lo llevó a tomar decisiones erróneas.
Excessive worry that generates nervousness.
Anxiety before a presentation can be normal.
La ansia antes de una presentación puede ser normal.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'anxia', which means 'anxiety'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to live with anxiety
To experience a constant worry or unease.
vivir con ansia
anxiety for knowledge
Intense desire to obtain information.
ansia de saber
to feel anxiety
To feel an inner pressure to achieve something.
tener ansia

Related Words

anxious
One who feels or shows anxiety.
ansioso
anxiety
Emotional state characterized by unease and worry.
ansiedad

Slang Meanings

To be anxious for a date.
She is anxious for her date with her friend.
Ella está ansiosa por la cita con su amigo.
To have wild cravings for something.
I am craving to eat that cake.
Estoy ansiando comer ese pastel.