afraid · adjective always after verb /əˈfreɪd/
I'm afraid...
A2 used to politely introduce bad news or to politely disagree with someone
Dictionary examples:
I'm afraid (that) we can't come this evening after all.
This is your room - it's a bit small, I'm afraid.
I'm afraid I disagree with you.
I don't agree at all, I'm afraid.
Learner example:
Hi! I'm afraid that last night I left my phone in your home. (Key English Test; A2; Bulgarian)
afraid (FEAR)
A2 frightened
Dictionary examples:
He was/felt suddenly afraid.
She's afraid of water.
Learner example:
I'm afraid of height[s]. (Key English Test; A2; Turkish)
afraid (WORRIED)
B1 worried that something bad might happen
Dictionary examples:
Many people are afraid (that) they might lose their jobs.
She's afraid of upsetting Clare.
Learner example:
If I go shopping [for] clothes as a gift for children, I'm usually afraid of buying [the wrong] size. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Czech)
