Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'anxious'

English Word: anxious

Key Russian Translations:

• тревожный [trʲɪˈvoʐnɨj] - [Formal, Adjective]
• беспокойный [bʲɪspaˈkojnɨj] - [Neutral, Adjective]
• взволнованный [vzvalˈnovənnɨj] - [Informal, Adjective]

Frequency: Medium-High (commonly used in emotional contexts)

Difficulty: B1-B2 (Intermediate; varies slightly by word: тревожный - B1, взволнованный - B2)

Pronunciation (Russian):

тревожный: [trʲɪˈvoʐnɨj]

Note on тревожный: Stress on the second syllable; the 'ж' sound is a voiced retroflex fricative, unique to Russian.

беспокойный: [bʲɪspaˈkojnɨj]

Note on беспокойный: Stress on the third syllable; ensure soft 'б' pronunciation due to palatalization.

взволнованный: [vzvalˈnovənnɨj]

Note on взволнованный: Stress on the second syllable; double 'н' indicates a prolonged sound.

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Meanings and Usage:

1. Feeling worried or nervous (about something uncertain)

Translation(s) & Context:

• тревожный - Used for a general state of worry or anxiety, often in formal or written contexts.
• беспокойный - Refers to restlessness or unease, often about specific issues.

Usage Examples:

• Его голос звучал тревожно, когда он говорил о будущем.

  His voice sounded anxious when he spoke about the future.

• Она выглядела беспокойной из-за предстоящего экзамена.

  She looked anxious because of the upcoming exam.

• Тревожные новости заставили всех задуматься.

  The anxious news made everyone think deeply.

2. Eager or strongly desiring (often with impatience)

Translation(s) & Context:

• взволнованный - Used when someone is emotionally excited or eager, often in spoken language.

Usage Examples:

• Он был взволнован, ожидая результатов конкурса.

  He was anxious awaiting the results of the competition.

• Мы взволнованы возможностью путешествовать вместе.

  We are anxious to travel together.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

тревожный (Adjective): Follows standard Russian adjective declension based on gender, number, and case.

беспокойный (Adjective): Follows similar declension patterns as above.

взволнованный (Adjective, Past Participle): Derived from the verb "взволновать"; also declines by gender, number, and case as a standard adjective.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

Synonyms:

• нервный (nervous, slightly more negative connotation)
• обеспокоенный (concerned, often more specific)

Antonyms:

• спокойный (calm)
• уверенный (confident)

Related Phrases:

• тревожный сигнал - "alarm signal" (used in contexts of warning or danger)
• беспокойный сон - "restless sleep" (describing poor sleep due to worry)
• взволнованный голос - "anxious voice" (describing emotional tone)

Usage Notes:

• "тревожный" is often used in more serious or formal contexts, such as describing alarming situations or deep-seated anxiety.
• "беспокойный" can describe both a person’s state and a situation, often implying restlessness rather than deep fear.
• "взволнованный" leans toward emotional excitement and is more common in spoken language when expressing eagerness or agitation.
• Choose the appropriate word based on the intensity of emotion and context (formal vs. informal).

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "тревожный" for eagerness. Incorrect: "Я тревожный увидеть тебя." Correct: "Я взволнован увидеть тебя." (I’m anxious/excited to see you.) Explanation: "тревожный" implies worry, not positive anticipation.
• Error: Misgendering adjectives. Incorrect: "Она тревожный." Correct: "Она тревожная." Explanation: Adjectives must agree with the gender of the noun they describe.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, expressing anxiety or worry openly (using words like "тревожный" or "беспокойный") is common in personal conversations, reflecting a cultural tendency to share emotional states with close friends or family. However, in formal settings, such expressions might be understated.

Related Concepts:

• страх (fear)
• волнение (excitement or worry)
• нервозность (nervousness)