I am afraid of

I am afraid of(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. tengo miedo de
I sleep with a night light on because I am afraid of the dark.Duermo con una lámpara prendida porque tengo miedo de la oscuridad.
b. le tengo miedo a
I never ask for days off because I am afraid of my boss.Nunca pido días libres porque le tengo miedo a mi jefa.
c. temo
My therapist helped me realize that I am afraid of change.Mi terapeuta me ayudó a entender que temo los cambios.
d. me da miedo
I'm going to drive because I am afraid of airplanes.Voy en carro porque me dan miedo los aviones.
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