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    Nervios (en. Nerves)

    /ˈneɾβjos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A set of fibers that transmit sensory and motor impulses in the organism.
    The body's nerves are responsible for carrying signals from the brain to the muscles.
    Los nervios del cuerpo son responsables de llevar señales del cerebro a los músculos.
    An emotional state of restlessness, anxiety, or tension.
    Before the exam, I felt very nervous.
    Antes del examen, sentía muchos nervios.
    A feeling of irritability or insecurity.
    After arguing, I had nerves in my stomach.
    Después de discutir, tenía nervios en el estómago.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'nervius', meaning 'belonging to a nerve'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be nervous
    to feel anxiety or tension.
    tener nervios
    calm the nerves
    to relax or calm down.
    calmar los nervios
    nerves of steel
    to have great emotional strength or courage.
    nervios de acero

    Related Words

    nervous
    A person who suffers from frequent tension or restlessness.
    nervioso
    nervousness
    A state of emotional disturbance or restlessness.
    nerviosismo

    Slang Meanings

    To be very nervous
    I was so excited that I was very nervous.
    Estaba tan emocionado que tenía muchos nervios.
    To be on edge
    With the delivery deadlines, I'm on edge.
    Con los plazos de entrega, estoy de los nervios.