A2verb 1K

Worry

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈwʌri/","/ˈwʌriz/","/ˈwʌrid/","/ˈwʌriɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈwɜːri/","/ˈwɜːriz/","/ˈwɜːrid/","/ˈwɜːriɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Worry

to keep thinking about unpleasant things that might happen or about problems that you have

In simple words: To feel uneasy or anxious about something.

Worry in a sentence

• I tend to worry about my exams every time.
• Don't worry, everything will be fine!
• She started to worry when she didn't hear from him.
• He doesn't worry much about small problems in life.
• Please don't worry about what others think of you.

How to use Worry

Use 'worry' for general concerns. It's neutral but can sound weak in more serious contexts. Avoid in professional settings unless discussing stress.

Grammar pattern

worry + about + object

Memory hint

Think of 'worry' like a 'war' in your mind, fighting against peace.

Related words

Collocations with Worry

• a lot
• particularly
• really
• not let something
• not need to
• begin to
• about
• for
• with
• can’t help worrying
• enough to worry about
• nothing to worry about
• a lot
• particularly
• really
• not let something
• not need to
• begin to
• about
• for
• with
• can’t help worrying
• enough to worry about
• nothing to worry about
• a lot
• particularly
• really
• not let something
• not need to
• begin to
• about
• for
• with
• can’t help worrying
• enough to worry about
• nothing to worry about

Synonyms for Worry

• disturb

Opposites of Worry

• calm
• relax
• dismiss

Common mistakes with Worry

• Confused with 'worry' vs 'care' — 'worry' implies anxiety.
• Incorrectly use 'worrying' as a noun instead of a verb.
• Using 'worry' without an object, e.g., 'I worry' should be followed by 'about something.'

Frequently asked questions about Worry

What does Worry mean?

To feel uneasy or anxious about something.

What is the definition of Worry?

to keep thinking about unpleasant things that might happen or about problems that you have

How do you use Worry in a sentence?

I tend to worry about my exams every time.

Can you give another example of Worry?

Don't worry, everything will be fine!

What are synonyms for Worry?

Common alternatives include disturb.

What is the opposite of Worry?

Opposite meanings include calm, relax, dismiss.

What words go with Worry?

It commonly pairs with a lot, particularly, really, not let something, not need to, begin to, about, for, with, can’t help worrying, enough to worry about, nothing to worry about, a lot, particularly, really, not let something, not need to, begin to, about, for, with, can’t help worrying, enough to worry about, nothing to worry about, a lot, particularly, really, not let something, not need to, begin to, about, for, with, can’t help worrying, enough to worry about, nothing to worry about.

What are common mistakes when using Worry?

Confused with 'worry' vs 'care' — 'worry' implies anxiety. Incorrectly use 'worrying' as a noun instead of a verb. Using 'worry' without an object, e.g., 'I worry' should be followed by 'about something.'

How do you pronounce Worry?

US: /["/ˈwɜːri/","/ˈwɜːriz/","/ˈwɜːrid/","/ˈwɜːriɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈwʌri/","/ˈwʌriz/","/ˈwʌrid/","/ˈwʌriɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Worry?

Use 'worry' for general concerns. It's neutral but can sound weak in more serious contexts. Avoid in professional settings unless discussing stress.

What CEFR level is Worry?

"Worry" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.