B2verb 1K

Concern

🇬🇧 UK /["/kənˈsɜːn/","/kənˈsɜːnz/","/kənˈsɜːnd/","/kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/kənˈsɜːrn/","/kənˈsɜːrnz/","/kənˈsɜːrnd/","/kənˈsɜːrnɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Concern

to affect somebody/something; to involve somebody/something

In simple words: a worry or issue

Concern in a sentence

• The news of the accident caused great concern among the community.
• You shouldn't concern yourself with things that are beyond your control.
• The lack of action on climate change is a major concern for future generations.
• It doesn't concern me what others think; I will do what is right for myself.
• My main concern right now is ensuring the safety of my family.

How to use Concern

Used in both spoken and written language. Can express personal feelings or formal issues. Avoid using in overly casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

concern + object

Memory hint

Think of 'con' as in 'together' and 'cern' like 'cerned'—when you're together in a problem, you feel a concern.

Related words

Collocations with Concern

• directly
• mainly
• mostly
• in
• directly
• mainly
• mostly
• in
• a lot
• greatly
• really

Synonyms for Concern

• worry
• anxiety
• issue
• matter
• problem

Opposites of Concern

• indifference
• apathy

Common mistakes with Concern

• Confusing 'concern' as a noun and verb.
• Using 'concern to' instead of 'concern with' or 'about'.
• Mistaking 'concern' for 'care' in certain contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Concern

What does Concern mean?

a worry or issue

What is the definition of Concern?

to affect somebody/something; to involve somebody/something

How do you use Concern in a sentence?

The news of the accident caused great concern among the community.

Can you give another example of Concern?

You shouldn't concern yourself with things that are beyond your control.

What are synonyms for Concern?

Common alternatives include worry, anxiety, issue, matter, problem.

What is the opposite of Concern?

Opposite meanings include indifference, apathy.

What words go with Concern?

It commonly pairs with directly, mainly, mostly, in, directly, mainly, mostly, in, a lot, greatly, really.

What are common mistakes when using Concern?

Confusing 'concern' as a noun and verb. Using 'concern to' instead of 'concern with' or 'about'. Mistaking 'concern' for 'care' in certain contexts.

How do you pronounce Concern?

US: /["/kənˈsɜːrn/","/kənˈsɜːrnz/","/kənˈsɜːrnd/","/kənˈsɜːrnɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/kənˈsɜːn/","/kənˈsɜːnz/","/kənˈsɜːnd/","/kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Concern?

Used in both spoken and written language. Can express personal feelings or formal issues. Avoid using in overly casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Concern?

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