Cool MateConcern
UK /["/kənˈsɜːn/","/kənˈsɜːnz/","/kənˈsɜːnd/","/kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/"]/US /["/kənˈsɜːrn/","/kənˈsɜːrnz/","/kənˈsɜːrnd/","/kənˈsɜːrnɪŋ/"]/
Definition
to affect somebody/something; to involve somebody/something
In simple words: a worry or issue
Examples
- 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.
Usage notes
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.
Collocations
- directly
- mainly
- mostly
- in
- directly
- mainly
- mostly
- in
- a lot
- greatly
- really
Synonyms
- worry
- anxiety
- issue
- matter
- problem
Antonyms
- indifference
- apathy
Common mistakes
- Confusing 'concern' as a noun and verb.
- Using 'concern to' instead of 'concern with' or 'about'.
- Mistaking 'concern' for 'care' in certain contexts.