El miedo
Example: El miedo a hablar en público puede superarse con práctica constante.
Definition
"El miedo" refers to the feeling of fear or anxiety experienced in response to a perceived threat or danger. It often causes physical and emotional reactions, such as nervousness or avoidance, as illustrated in the phrase: 'El miedo a hablar en público puede superarse con práctica constante.'
Etymology
The term "el miedo" originates from the Latin word 'metus,' which means fear or dread. Over time, it evolved in Spanish to represent the universal human emotion of fear. Did you know that the word's roots reflect the deep historical significance of fear as a survival mechanism?
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"El miedo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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