How to Say "nerves" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “nerves” is “nervio” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishB1
nounB1
anxiety or state of mind
Examples
Tengo muchos nervios por el examen de mañana.
I'm very nervous about tomorrow's exam.
Esa canción tiene mucho nervio.
That song has a lot of energy/spirit.
Los nervios me traicionaron durante la entrevista.
My nerves got the better of me during the interview.
Using 'Tener' vs 'Estar'
Use 'tener nervios' (to have nerves) for the feeling of anxiety, but use 'estar nervioso' (to be nervous) to describe your state.
Plural for Anxiety
Mistake: “Tengo un nervio.”
Correction: Tengo nervios.
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