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"Scared" is an adjective which is often translated as "asustado", and "afraid" is an adjective which is also often translated as "asustado". Learn more about the difference between "scared" and "afraid" below.
afraid()
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (scared)
a. asustado
A big storm was approaching, and the woman was afraid.Una gran tormenta se aproximaba, y la mujer estaba asustada.
b. no direct translation
The following examples show ways to translate this word or phrase without using a direct equivalent.
He’s afraid of meeting new people.Le da miedo conocer a gente nueva.
I'm afraid of bats.Le tengo miedo a los murciélagos.
I'm afraid of how she'll react.Temo su reacción.
a. no direct translation
The following examples show ways to translate this word or phrase without using a direct equivalent.
Did he get the job? - I'm afraid not.¿Consiguió el trabajo? - Me temo que no.
I’m afraid he's away at the moment.Lo siento. En este momento está de viaje.
