Definition
忧虑 (yōulǜ) is a formal, written verb meaning 'to worry about' — it suggests a sustained, deep concern, often about serious issues. It is more literary and less everyday than 愁 (chóu) or 担忧 (dānyōu), and unlike 操心 (cāoxīn), it does not imply taking action or trouble for someone else's sake.
verb
to worry aboutto be anxious about
Examples
- 忧虑。Tā měitiān dōu zài yōu lǜ háizi de ānquán.She worries about her child's safety every day.
- 忧虑。Nǐ bù xūyào wèi zhè jiàn shì ér yōu lǜ.You don't need to worry about this matter.
- 忧虑。Tā yōu lǜ zìjǐ de wèilái gōngzuò.He worries about his future job.
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