B2adjective 1K

Concerned

🇬🇧 UK /["/kənˈsɜːnd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kənˈsɜːrnd/"]/

Meaning of Concerned

worried and feeling concern about something/somebody

In simple words: worried or anxious about something

Concerned in a sentence

• She was very concerned about the upcoming exam results.
• His concerned expression showed that he noticed something was wrong.
• The parents were concerned for their child's safety during the storm.
• Many people are concerned that climate change will affect future generations.
• Although the project is behind schedule, the manager remained concerned yet optimistic.
• She called the doctor because she was concerned about her persistent headaches.
• He looked concerned when he heard about the accident on the news.
• The concerned citizens gathered to discuss the issues in their community.

How to use Concerned

Use 'concerned' in contexts where you want to express worry or care for someone's situation. It is appropriate in both spoken and written communication. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts where less formal language might be more suitable.

Grammar pattern

concerned + about + object

Memory hint

Think of 'concerning' something important that makes you feel 'concerned' or anxious.

Related words

Collocations with Concerned

• be
• feel
• look
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• about
• at
• by
• be
• especially
• particularly
• specifically
• with

Synonyms for Concerned

• worried
• anxious
• troubled
• bothered
• disturbed

Opposites of Concerned

• unconcerned
• indifferent
• carefree

Common mistakes with Concerned

• Confused with 'concerning' which means 'about'
• Using 'concerned' when feeling indifferent
• Using the wrong preposition, e.g., saying 'concerned for' instead of 'concerned about'

Frequently asked questions about Concerned

What does Concerned mean?

worried or anxious about something

What is the definition of Concerned?

worried and feeling concern about something/somebody

How do you use Concerned in a sentence?

She was very concerned about the upcoming exam results.

Can you give another example of Concerned?

His concerned expression showed that he noticed something was wrong.

What are synonyms for Concerned?

Common alternatives include worried, anxious, troubled, bothered, disturbed.

What is the opposite of Concerned?

Opposite meanings include unconcerned, indifferent, carefree.

What words go with Concerned?

It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, about, at, by, be, especially, particularly, specifically, with.

What are common mistakes when using Concerned?

Confused with 'concerning' which means 'about' Using 'concerned' when feeling indifferent Using the wrong preposition, e.g., saying 'concerned for' instead of 'concerned about'

How do you pronounce Concerned?

US: /["/kənˈsɜːrnd/"]/, UK: /["/kənˈsɜːnd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Concerned?

Use 'concerned' in contexts where you want to express worry or care for someone's situation. It is appropriate in both spoken and written communication. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts where less formal language might be more suitable.

What CEFR level is Concerned?

"Concerned" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.