How do you say "fear" in Spanish (Latin America)?

temer

Verb Noun

In Spanish (Latin America), "fear" is temer.

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Pronunciation

Native speakers in Mexico pronounce "temer" close to te-MER, with a soft single tap on any r in the middle of the word.

Grammar notes

temer is a verb used the same way as its English equivalent.

Example sentence

Muchas personas temen a la oscuridad.

Many people fear the dark.

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How to remember temer

Turn "temer" into a mini flashcard in your head: word on one side, the picture of "fear" on the other.

Questions about temer

How do you pronounce temer?

Native speakers in Mexico pronounce "temer" close to te-MER, with a soft single tap on any r in the middle of the word.

Is temer formal or casual?

temer is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.

How is temer used in Spanish (Latin America)?

temer is used the same way as the equivalent English verb. For example: Muchas personas temen a la oscuridad. (Many people fear the dark.).

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