frică
fear
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈfri.kə/
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Cultural Note
Frică is the everyday word for fear. The construction 'Mi-e frică de...' (literally 'Fear is to me of...') is the standard way to express being afraid. Romanian folklore is rich with stories designed to confront frică, from tales of Făt-Frumos (Prince Charming) to legends about strigoi (vampires).
📝 Example Sentences
Mi-e frică de întuneric.
I'm afraid of the dark.
Frica l-a paralizat complet.
Fear paralyzed him completely.
Nu lăsa frica să te oprească.
Don't let fear stop you.