afraid
US /əˈfreɪd/
UK /əˈfreɪd/
1.
害怕的, 恐惧的
feeling fear or anxiety; frightened.
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She was afraid of the dark.
她害怕黑暗。
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Don't be afraid to ask for help.
不要害怕寻求帮助。
2.
恐怕, 遗憾
used to politely introduce bad news or a statement of regret.
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I'm afraid I can't help you with that.
恐怕我帮不了你。
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I'm afraid we're out of stock.
恐怕我们没货了。