Translation guide
The English word 'worried' describes a state of anxiety or concern about something. In Japanese, expressing this feeling depends on the nuance: general anxiety, concern for others, or being troubled by a specific problem. The most common and versatile word is 心配 (しんぱい), but other expressions like 不安 (ふあん) or 気になる (きになる) are used for different shades of meaning.
I'm worried about you.
Use with caution; 'あなた' can be too direct. Often better to use the person's name.
Expressing that you feel anxious or concerned about something, often about a future event or someone's well-being.
The most common and versatile word for 'worried'. It can be used as a noun or a na-adjective. Often used in the phrase 心配する (to worry).
I'm worried about the exam results.
Refers to a deeper, more persistent feeling of anxiety or unease, often without a specific cause. It is a noun or na-adjective.
Literally 'to be on one's mind'. It expresses a milder, nagging worry or concern, often about something you can't stop thinking about.
Describes a person who tends to worry a lot; a 'worrier'. It is a noun or na-adjective.
Expressing concern for another person's well-being or safety.
The verb form of 心配. Use it with the person you're worried about as the object marked by を.
Expressing that a particular issue is troubling you or causing distress.
Means to be troubled or worried about a problem, often involving deep thought or suffering. It is a verb.
Expressing fear or apprehension about a possible negative outcome.
An emphatic expression meaning 'can't help but worry'. It conveys strong, uncontrollable worry.
He is always worried about money.
I'm worried about the future.
She had a worried look on her face.
I'm worried about what he said.
I'm worried about tomorrow's weather.
I'm a worrier, so I get anxious easily.
My mother is always worried about me.
I'm worried because my friend is sick.
Means to be concerned about someone and keep them in mind. It implies a caring, attentive worry.
The teacher is always worried about the students.
I'm worried about my relationships.
He is worried about his future.
Means to be in trouble or at a loss. It expresses worry about a difficult situation, often with a nuance of not knowing what to do.
I'm worried because I have no money.
I can't help but worry that he might have had an accident.
An idiomatic phrase meaning to be so worried that you can't settle down; very anxious.
I'm so worried I can't relax until the exam results are announced.
I'm anxious about the future. (vague)
The English word 'worried' is sometimes borrowed as ワーリー in casual Japanese, but it is very slangy and not widely understood. Stick to the native expressions above.
Casual, to a friend.