Japanese

ふあん
Meaning: anxiety; unease; worry
Part of Speech: Noun, Adjectival noun

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不
安

Example sentences

I felt anxious about the future and couldn't sleep.
今回の計画には多少の不安がある。
There is some anxiety about the plan this time.
彼は群衆の不安を煽るような演説を行った。
He gave a speech that seemed to fan the crowd's anxiety.
彼の心の中には、不安と期待が渦巻いていた。
In his heart, anxiety and expectation were swirling.
彼女の表情から不安を見て取った。
I perceived anxiety from her expression.
将来に対して漠然とした不安を抱いている。
I have a vague sense of anxiety about the future.
群衆の不安をあおるような言動は慎むべきだ。
One should refrain from words and actions that fan the anxieties of the crowd.
迷子になった子供が、不安そうにあたりをきょろきょろと見回している。
The lost child is looking around restlessly, appearing anxious.
不安が頭をよぎった。
A feeling of anxiety crossed my mind.
不安が脳裏を掠めた。
Anxiety flashed through my mind.

Usage Notes

Describes a state of mind where one feels worried or insecure about something.

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