CEFR B2 · Verbs

upset

/ʌpˈsɛt/ 📚 Module 1: The World Around Me (p.313-320)

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Arabic Translation & Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

To make someone feel unhappy, disappointed, or worried. It often happens when something bad or unexpected occurs.

Synonyms

disturb distress trouble agitate grieve

Antonyms

comfort calm soothe please reassure

Translations

upset in your language

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عربي

جعل شخص ما يشعر بالحزن أو خيبة الأمل أو القلق.

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اردو

کسی کو ناخوش، مایوس یا پریشان کرنا۔

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हिंदी

किसी को दुखी, निराश या चिंतित महसूस कराना।

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中文

使某人感到不高兴、失望或担忧。

Easy Explanation

When you are upset, you feel sad or angry. Something bad usually made you feel this way. It's a strong negative feeling.

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Memory TipThink of 'up' and 'set' – your emotions are 'set up' in a negative way.

Contextual Examples

The bad news really upset (made sad) her, and she cried for a long time.

He was upset (annoyed) that his plans for the weekend were canceled due to the rain.

Don't upset (make angry) the baby by taking away her toy; she'll start crying.

Pronunciation & Context