English

concern

kənˈsɝn, kənˈsɜrn, kənˈsɜːn, kənˈsɝːn
Meaning: to involve or affect; to worry
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: kənˈsɜrn, kənˈsɜːn, kənˈsɝːn

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base concern
3rd person singular present concerns
Present participle concerning
Past concerned
Will future will concern
Going-to future going to concern
Imperative negative don't concern / do not concern

Example

These new safety regulations concern all employees.
These new safety regulations concern all employees.

Usage Notes

Used when something is about or relevant to someone. It can also mean causing anxiety or worry.

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