paura
fear
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/paˈu.ra/
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Cultural Note
The expression 'avere paura' (to have fear) is the standard way to say 'to be afraid' in Italian. Note that Italian uses the verb 'avere' (to have) rather than 'essere' (to be), unlike English.
📝 Example Sentences
Ho paura del buio.
I'm afraid of the dark.
La paura lo paralizzava.
Fear paralyzed him.
Non avere paura, ci sono io.
Don't be afraid, I'm here.