concern

noun B2 Neutral

Meaning

Concern refers to a feeling of worry or anxiety about something important or a matter that is of interest or relevance to someone.

💡 A common mistake is to confuse "concern" with "concerns" when referring to multiple issues; "concerns" is the plural form.

Example Sentences

Is your main concern about the project deadline or budget ?

My main concern is that we finish the project on time .

The main concern is the safety of all employees .

The main concern of the report is environmental sustainability .

Word in Context

Every morning Leyla watches the quiet street from her kitchen window as her son walks to the bus stop . She feels a mild concern about the cold weather , so she always puts an extra scarf in his bag . The bus is usually on time , and she checks her phone to see if there are any delays . Later she reads while waiting for him to return , thinking about small things that could be improved in their routine .

Common Phrases

express concern raise concern concern for

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