- to fear; to be afraid of
Ichidan verb; transitive verb
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- to fear; to be afraid of
This meaning expresses a sense of anxiety or apprehension regarding possible danger, harm, or negative outcomes. It can be used to describe both specific fears and general feelings of anxiety.
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To fear or be afraid of something; the act of experiencing fear in response to a perceived threat.
To be frightened or scared of something; often used to describe a more childlike fear.
To worry or be anxious about something; a feeling of concern or unease.
To revere or have a sense of fear and respect; often used in a more formal or spiritual context.
To be timid or to shy away from something; often implies a hesitation due to fear or cowardice.
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Recently I've stopped being afraid of "living in shame" and being exposed to "public ridicule".
Don't be afraid to show yourself through speech and take every opportunity to speak to others in English and soon you will feel right at home in informal conversational situations.