preocupes
“preocupes” means “(don't) worry” in Spanish (used to tell a friend not to do something (negative command)).
(don't) worry
Also: you worry
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No te preocupes, todo va a estar bien.
A1Don't worry, everything is going to be okay.
Espero que no te preocupes demasiado por el examen.
B1I hope you don't worry too much about the exam.
Dime la verdad para que no te preocupes más.
B2Tell me the truth so you don't worry anymore.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Words that translate to "preocupes" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: preocupes
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly tells a friend not to worry?
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Comes from the Latin verb 'praeoccupāre', which meant 'to seize beforehand'. It's a combination of 'prae-' (before) and 'occupāre' (to occupy). The idea is that a worry 'occupies' your mind before something has even happened.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between 'No te preocupes' and 'No se preocupe'?
Both mean 'Don't worry,' but they show different levels of formality. 'No te preocupes' is informal and friendly, used with people you call 'tú'. 'No se preocupe' is formal, used with people you call 'usted', like a stranger, an older person, or a boss.
Why is it 'preocupes' and not 'preocupas' in a sentence like 'Espero que no te preocupes'?
In Spanish, after words that express hopes, doubts, or emotions (like 'espero que...', meaning 'I hope that...'), you need to switch to a special verb mood called the subjunctive. It signals that what you're talking about isn't a sure fact. For the verb 'preocuparse', the 'tú' form in this mood is 'preocupes'.