worry more

[ˈwɜri mɔr]
verb phrase
se preocupar mais
1. to experience increased anxiety or concern about something; to think more intensely about potential problems or negative outcomes
I worry more about my health as I get older.
Me preocupo mais com minha saúde conforme envelheço.
2. to give greater attention or concern to something in comparison to previously
Since having children, parents worry more about safety.
Desde que tiveram filhos, os pais se preocupam mais com a segurança.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, 'worry more' reflects universal human experiences related to health, finances, and family. Brazilians often express worry through emotional communication, while Americans may downplay concerns. The phrase is commonly used in therapeutic and wellness contexts in both cultures.
NYC Slang
stress more / bug out more
Synonyms / Sinônimos
be more anxiousfret morebe more concernedstress morehave greater anxiety
Antonyms / Antônimos
worry lessrelax morebe less concernedstress less

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
se preocupar mais
standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
se preocupar mais / ficar mais ancioso
common colloquial usage
São Paulo
se preocupar mais / se angustiar mais
frequent in urban contexts
Portugal
preocupar-se mais
formal reflexive construction

Related Words

anxietyconcernstresspreoccupationapprehensionnervousness

Related Idioms & Phrases

worry your head off
not worth the worry
what's the worry
no need to worry
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