concerned

preoccupato

Inquieto perché qualcosa non va o potrebbe succedere qualcosa di brutto.

In inglese semplice: Worried that something bad may happen or that something is wrong.

• You look concerned.
• Her parents were concerned about her health.
• Are you concerned that the plan might fail?

Come si usa: concerned about something (We are concerned about the cost.); concerned for someone/something (She was concerned for his safety.); concerned that… (I am concerned that he has not called.)

Sinonimi: worried, anxious

Contrari: unconcerned

Espressioni comuni: concerned about something, concerned for someone, deeply concerned

interessato, coinvolto

Che partecipa a una questione, ne è responsabile o vi è interessato.

In inglese semplice: Involved in, responsible for, or interested in a particular matter.

• Everyone concerned received a letter.
• She is mainly concerned with staff training.
• The parties concerned have agreed to meet.

Come si usa: concerned with something (This department is concerned with public transport.); someone/something concerned (We informed all the people concerned.)

Sinonimi: involved

Espressioni comuni: people concerned, concerned with something, parties concerned