Cool MateMeaning of You are afraid
Experience fear or anxiety about something.
In simple words: You feel scared.
You are afraid in a sentence
- She is afraid of the dark.
- Are you afraid to speak in public?
- He was afraid when he heard the loud noise.
How to use You are afraid
Used to express fear about situations or objects. Appropriate in most contexts, but avoid in very informal settings.
Grammar pattern
be + afraid + (to + verb) / (of + noun)
Memory hint
Think of 'a-fraid' like 'a-grade' — imagine getting a bad grade that scares you.
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Collocations with You are afraid
- be afraid of
- afraid to ask
- afraid of heights
Synonyms for You are afraid
- scared
- frightened
- afraid
- terrified
- worried
Common mistakes with You are afraid
- Mixing with 'scared' which has a similar meaning
- Using 'afraid' without a subject
- Confusing 'afraid of' with 'afraid for'
Compare You are afraid with Scared, Frightened, Afraid, Worried
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Frequently asked questions about You are afraid
What does You are afraid mean?
You feel scared.
What is the definition of You are afraid?
Experience fear or anxiety about something.
How do you use You are afraid in a sentence?
She is afraid of the dark.
Can you give another example of You are afraid?
Are you afraid to speak in public?
What are synonyms for You are afraid?
Common alternatives include scared, frightened, afraid, terrified, worried.
What is the opposite of You are afraid?
Opposite meanings include brave, unafraid, bold.
What words go with You are afraid?
It commonly pairs with be afraid of, afraid to ask, afraid of heights.
What are common mistakes when using You are afraid?
Mixing with 'scared' which has a similar meaning Using 'afraid' without a subject Confusing 'afraid of' with 'afraid for'
How do you pronounce You are afraid?
US: //ju ɑːr əˈfreɪd//, UK: //jʊə əˈfreɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use You are afraid?
Used to express fear about situations or objects. Appropriate in most contexts, but avoid in very informal settings.