ansiedade
anxiety; anxiousness
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ɐ̃.si.ɨ.ˈda.dɨ/
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Cultural Note
Brazil has one of the highest rates of anxiety disorders in the world, and 'ansiedade' has become a widely discussed topic in Brazilian media and culture. The word can describe both clinical anxiety and everyday nervousness. The phrase 'estou ansioso/a' can also simply mean 'I am eager' or 'I am looking forward to it' in a positive context.
📝 Example Sentences
A ansiedade não me deixa dormir.
Anxiety doesn't let me sleep.
Ele sofre de ansiedade desde a adolescência.
He has suffered from anxiety since adolescence.
Sinto ansiedade quando estamos separados.
I feel anxiety when we are apart.