怕

Pà

HSK 3

Meaning

surname Pa
to be afraid
to fear
to dread
to be unable to endure
perhaps

Definition

害怕，畏惧；担心，忧虑。

to fear, to be afraid; to worry, to be concerned.

Usage

常用于表达恐惧、担心或忧虑的情绪，可以接名词、动词或从句。

Often used to express fear, worry, or anxiety, can be followed by a noun, verb, or clause.

Examples

1 我怕黑。 (I am afraid of the dark.)
2 他怕考试不及格。 (He is worried about failing the exam.)
3 别怕，有我在。 (Don't be afraid, I'm here.)
4 我怕他会生气。 (I'm afraid he might get angry.)
5 她怕坐飞机。 (She is afraid of flying.)

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