restless

[/ˈrestləs/]

adjective

inquieto

1. unable to rest or relax; anxious or uneasy

The restless child couldn't sit still during the movie.

A criança inquieta não conseguia ficar parada durante o filme.

2. characterized by continuous movement or agitation

He spent a restless night tossing and turning in bed.

Ele passou uma noite agitada virando-se na cama.

3. not affording or characterized by rest

The restless sea churned with waves.

O mar agitado se movia com ondas.

NYC Slang

antsy

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

inquieto

most common term used across Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

inquieto/agitado

both terms used interchangeably

São Paulo

inquieto

standard usage in business and formal contexts

Portugal

inquieto/agitado

Portuguese also uses 'irrequieto' in literary contexts

restless soul - a person who constantly seeks change or adventure

restless nights - sleep disrupted by anxiety or worry

get restless - to become impatient or anxious

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