Cool MateMeaning of Jealous
In simple words: Feeling unhappy or angry because someone has what you want.
Jealous in a sentence
How to use Jealous
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'jealous' as 'jealously guarding' what you want.
Related words
Collocations with Jealous
- jealous of someone
- jealous feelings
- feel jealous
Synonyms for Jealous
- envious
- covetous
- possessive
- resentful
Common mistakes with Jealous
- Confusing 'jealous' with 'envious' - they have different nuances.
- Using 'jealous' to describe a slight feeling instead of intense emotions.
- Not understanding it can apply to both people and situations.
Jealous appears in
Jealous in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
غَيْرَة
شعور بالحزن لأن شخصًا ما لديه شيء تريده.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ঈর্ষা
যখন আপনি দুঃখিত হন কারণ অন্য কারো কাছে আপনার যা আছে তা নেই।
- GermanDeutsch
eifersüchtig
Sich unglücklich fühlen, weil jemand etwas hat, das man selbst will.
- SpanishEspañol
Celoso, celosa
Sentirse infeliz porque alguien tiene algo que deseas.
- Persianفارسی
حسادت
احساس ناراحتی یا خشم به خاطر اینکه کسی چیزی دارد که شما میخواهید.
- FrenchFrançais
jaloux
Se sentir malheureux parce que quelqu'un a quelque chose que vous voulez.
- Hindiहिन्दी
ईर्ष्या
किसी के लिए दुखी होना क्योंकि उसके पास कुछ है जो आप चाहते हैं।
- ItalianItaliano
Geloso
Sentirsi infelice perché qualcuno ha qualcosa che desideri.
- PortuguesePortuguês
ciumento
Sentir-se infeliz porque alguém tem algo que você deseja.
- RussianРусский
Ревнивый, завистливый
Чувствовать себя несчастным или злым, потому что у кого-то есть то, чего хочешь ты.
- Urduاردو
حسادت
کسی کی چیزوں کی وجہ سے اداس ہونا جو آپ چاہتے ہیں۔
- Chinese中文
嫉妒
因为别人拥有你想要的东西而感到不快乐或生气。
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To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- CorpseB1
The dead body of a human or animal.
- TypicalA2
Representing the usual characteristics of a particular group or situation.
- VaporB1
A gaseous state of a substance that is typically liquid at room temperature.
- TraditionA2
A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.
- ApproachB2
A way of dealing with a situation or a method of doing something.
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Frequently asked questions about Jealous
What does Jealous mean?
Feeling unhappy or angry because someone has what you want.
What is the definition of Jealous?
Feeling or showing a desire to have what someone else has.
How do you use Jealous in a sentence?
She felt jealous when her friend got a promotion.
Can you give another example of Jealous?
His jealous nature made it hard for him to trust anyone.
What are synonyms for Jealous?
Common alternatives include envious, covetous, possessive, resentful.
What is the opposite of Jealous?
Opposite meanings include content, unjealous, satisfied.
What words go with Jealous?
It commonly pairs with jealous of someone, jealous feelings, feel jealous.
What are common mistakes when using Jealous?
Confusing 'jealous' with 'envious' - they have different nuances. Using 'jealous' to describe a slight feeling instead of intense emotions. Not understanding it can apply to both people and situations.
How do you pronounce Jealous?
US: //ˈdʒɛləs//, UK: //ˈdʒɛləs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Jealous?
Use 'jealous' to express feelings of envy. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts. Be careful not to confuse it with 'envious', which can imply a more passive feeling.
What CEFR level is Jealous?
"Jealous" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.