medo
1. (noun) An unpleasant emotion caused by the threat of danger, pain, or loss
She felt a sudden fear when she heard the strange noise.
Ela sentiu um medo repentino quando ouviu o barulho estranho.
2. (noun) A concern or anxiety about a possible situation
His fear of flying prevented him from taking the job.
O medo dele de voar o impediu de aceitar o trabalho.
3. (verb) To feel fear or anxiety about something
I fear that we may be late for the meeting.
Temo que possamos estar atrasados para a reunião.
4. (verb) To be afraid of someone or something
Children often fear the dark.
As crianças frequentemente temem o escuro.
Related Idioms & Phrases
fear of heights (medo de altura)
fear for one's life (temer pela própria vida)
no fear (sem medo)
fear the worst (temer o pior)
conquer one's fears (vencer os seus medos)
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