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preocupaciones

preh-oh-koo-pah-SYOHN-ess/pɾeoku.paˈsjo.nes/

“preocupaciones” means “worries” in Spanish (mental distress or anxiety).

worries, concerns

Also: anxieties, troubles
NounfB1
A small figure, hunched over and looking stressed, carrying a very large, heavy, dark gray, amorphous cloud resting directly on their shoulders and back.

📝 In Action

Tengo muchas preocupaciones sobre el futuro de mis hijos.

A2

I have many worries about my children's future.

Las preocupaciones financieras lo mantienen despierto por la noche.

B1

Financial concerns keep him awake at night.

Necesitas dejar tus preocupaciones en casa y disfrutar de las vacaciones.

B1

You need to leave your troubles at home and enjoy the vacation.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • inquietudes (restlessness, concerns)
  • problemas (problems)

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • causar preocupaciones – to cause worries
  • aliviar las preocupaciones – to ease the worries
  • compartir preocupaciones – to share concerns

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "preocupaciones" in Spanish:

anxieties→concerns→troubles→worries→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: preocupaciones

Question 1 of 1

Which verb is typically used to express that you *have* worries?

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👥 Word Family▼
preocupación(worry, concern (singular)) — Noun
preocupar(to worry (someone)) — Verb
preocuparse(to worry (oneself)) — Verb
preocupado/a(worried) — Adjective
🎵 Rhymes▼
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📚 Etymology▼

The word comes from the verb 'preocupar,' which itself comes from the Latin *praeoccupare*, meaning 'to take possession of beforehand.' In Spanish, it evolved to mean 'to occupy the mind' or 'to worry' before something happens.

First recorded: 15th century (as 'preocupación' in its modern sense)

Cognates (Related words)

English: preoccupationFrench: préoccupation

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'preocupaciones' and 'problemas'?

'Preocupaciones' refers specifically to the mental state of anxiety or concern. 'Problemas' refers to the actual difficulties or issues themselves. You can have 'problemas' (problems) that *cause* 'preocupaciones' (worries).

How do I use the verb form 'preocuparse'?

The verb 'preocuparse' means 'to worry oneself.' It is often followed by the preposition 'por' (about). Example: 'No te preocupes por mí' (Don't worry about me).