be afraid of
US /bi əˈfreɪd ʌv/
UK /bi əˈfreɪd ɒv/
短语
1.
害怕, 畏惧
to be scared of someone or something
示例:
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Many children are afraid of the dark.
许多孩子害怕黑暗。
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I am afraid of heights, so I can't go on that roller coaster.
我恐高，所以不能坐那个过山车。
2.
害怕, 不敢
to be reluctant or unwilling to do something
示例:
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Don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it.
如果需要，不要害怕寻求帮助。
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She was afraid to tell her parents about her decision.
她不敢告诉父母她的决定。