apprehension

US /ˌæp.rəˈhen.ʃən/
UK /ˌæp.rəˈhen.ʃən/
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sự e ngại

worry about the future, or a fear that something unpleasant is going to happen:

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It's normal to feel a little apprehension before starting a new job.
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apprehensive