Fretting

Pronunciation:ˈfrɛtɪŋ
ENZH

Quick Translations

  • 烦恼
  • 忧虑
  • 担忧

Definitions

noun

Definition

The act of worrying or being anxious about something.

In ZH

烦恼或对某事感到焦虑的行为。

Examples

  • She was in a state of fretting over her upcoming exam.
  • His constant fretting about his job was affecting his health.
  • Fretting won't change the outcome, so try to stay calm.

Cultural Notes

Fretting is often seen as a common human behavior, but many cultures emphasize the importance of addressing worries directly rather than dwelling on them.

verb

Definition

Present participle of fret; to worry or be anxious about something.

In ZH

现在分词,指对某事感到担忧或焦虑。

Examples

  • Stop fretting about the little things; focus on what matters.
  • He is fretting over whether he made the right decision.
  • Fretting will not solve the problems at hand.

Cultural Notes

It's common in many cultures to fret over personal or professional issues, but different cultures have various strategies for coping with anxiety.