Japanese · Emotions & Feelings
心配
shinpai
Worry / Concern / Anxiety
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A feeling of concern or unease about a situation or person. 心配しないでください (please don't worry) is a common reassuring expression.
Example
試験のことが心配です。
I am worried about the exam.
Etymology
心配 (shinpai) combines 心, meaning 'heart' or 'mind,' and 配, meaning 'to distribute' or 'to concern.' It has developed to convey a state of mental unease.
How & Where It’s Used
心配 is used in both spoken and written contexts to express concern or worry. It can be used formally or informally and is widely applicable across different regions.