How to Say "concerning" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “concerning” is “preocupante” — use this word when 'concerning' means something is causing worry or anxiety..
preocupante
/preh-oh-koo-PAHN-teh//pɾeokuˈpante/
Examples
La falta de lluvia es muy preocupante.
The lack of rain is very worrying.
Es preocupante que el nivel del mar siga subiendo.
It is concerning that the sea level continues to rise.
Los médicos dicen que sus síntomas no son preocupantes.
The doctors say that his symptoms are not alarming.
A Word for Everyone
This word doesn't care if the thing it describes is masculine (like 'un problema') or feminine (like 'una situación'). It always stays as 'preocupante'.
The 'Feelings' Connection
When you start a sentence with 'Es preocupante que...' (It's worrying that...), the verb that follows needs to change its form to a 'special version' used for feelings. For example: 'Es preocupante que él no ESTÉ aquí' (It's worrying that he isn't here).
Feeling Worried vs. Being Worrying
Mistake: “Estoy preocupante.”
Correction: Say 'Estoy preocupado' if you are the one feeling the worry. Use 'preocupante' only for the things that *cause* you to worry, like 'El examen es preocupante'.
relativo
/reh-lah-TEE-boh//re.laˈti.βo/
Examples
Tengo dudas relativas al nuevo contrato.
I have doubts regarding the new contract.
No hay información relativa a ese tema.
There is no information relating to that topic.
Las leyes relativas al medio ambiente son estrictas.
The laws concerning the environment are strict.
The 'A' Connection
When you want to say 'relating to' or 'concerning,' you must follow 'relativo' with the word 'a'. If the next word is 'el', they combine to form 'al'.
Missing the 'a'
Mistake: “Información relativa el examen.”
Correction: Información relativa al examen. Always use 'a' when connecting 'relativo' to a specific topic.
Preocupante vs. Relativo
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