TENER INQUIETUDES
10 / 04 / 2013
TENER INQUIETUDES: meaning and examples
Good morning!
Today we are going to explore a possible translation for the expression TENER INQUIETUDES.
In Spanish the noun "inquietud" can mean "worry, anxiety or uneasiness". However, when people use the expression "tener inquietudes" it usually means "to have an inquiring mind" (=afán de saber)."
Meaning/Translation: to have curiosity or an interest in something. To have an inquiring mind or to be keen to learn.
Example 1:
I'm developing an interest in painting. Perhaps I'll take some lessons.
Example 2:
He is keen to learn more about foreign relations, so he volunteered to work abroad.
To attain a good level of English, I think it's important to have a thirst to learn, to be inquisitive and have an inquiring mind (=tener inquietudes). Only then will you reach your desired level.
Enjoy the rest of your day!
Today we are going to explore a possible translation for the expression TENER INQUIETUDES.
In Spanish the noun "inquietud" can mean "worry, anxiety or uneasiness". However, when people use the expression "tener inquietudes" it usually means "to have an inquiring mind" (=afán de saber)."
Meaning/Translation: to have curiosity or an interest in something. To have an inquiring mind or to be keen to learn.
Example 1:
I'm developing an interest in painting. Perhaps I'll take some lessons.
Example 2:
He is keen to learn more about foreign relations, so he volunteered to work abroad.
To attain a good level of English, I think it's important to have a thirst to learn, to be inquisitive and have an inquiring mind (=tener inquietudes). Only then will you reach your desired level.
Enjoy the rest of your day!
