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    Preocupación (en. Worry)

    /pɾeoku̯paˈθjon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Feeling of unease or fear about something that may happen.
    His main worry is the future of his children.
    Su principal preocupación es el futuro de sus hijos.
    Brooding or reflection on something that causes fear.
    Concern for mental health has increased in society.
    La preocupación por la salud mental ha aumentado en la sociedad.
    Emotional state that provokes nervousness or anxiety.
    Constant worry can lead to stress.
    La preocupación constante puede llevar al estrés.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'preoccupatio', which means prior occupation.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    worry-free
    Without any kind of unease.
    sin preocupaciones
    excessive worry
    Unease or anxiety beyond the normal.
    preocupación excesiva
    everyday worries
    Concerns that arise in daily life.
    preocupaciones cotidianas

    Related Words

    to worry
    To cause unease or anxiety to someone.
    preocupar
    worrying
    That causes worry.
    preocupante
    worried
    That feels worry.
    preocupado

    Slang Meanings

    to be daydreaming
    He is so worried that he seems to be daydreaming.
    Él está tan preocupado que parece estar en la luna.
    to be going in circles over something
    Don't stop going in circles over that worry, talk to someone.
    No dejes de darle vueltas a esa preocupación, habla con alguien.
    to be in a mess
    Ever since he was informed of the dismissal, he has been in a mess of worries.
    Desde que le informaron del despido, está hecho un lío de preocupaciones.