preocupada
“preocupada” means “worried” in Spanish (describing an anxious emotional state).
worried, concerned
Also: anxious
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Mi hermana está muy preocupada por su entrevista de trabajo.
A1My sister is very worried about her job interview.
La madre se veía preocupada cuando el niño se cayó.
A2The mother looked concerned when the boy fell down.
Estuvimos muy preocupadas por la demora del vuelo.
B1We (a female group) were very worried about the flight delay.
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Quick Quiz: preocupada
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly describes Laura's current state of worry?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Latin verb *praeoccupare*, meaning 'to take possession of beforehand' or 'to seize first.' In Spanish, it evolved to mean 'to occupy the mind' or 'to worry someone's thoughts.'
First recorded: Medieval Spanish period.
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'preocupada' a verb or an adjective?
It is an adjective, used to describe a feminine person or thing that is experiencing worry. It comes directly from the past form of the verb *preocupar* (to worry).
How do I make 'preocupada' plural?
To describe more than one worried woman or feminine group, simply add an 's': *preocupadas* (e.g., 'Ellas están preocupadas').