Nervous

/ˈnɜrvəs/ adjective

Definition

Feeling worried or scared about something that might happen.

Etymology

This word comes from a word meaning about nerves, the parts of your body that help you feel things.

Kelly Says

Feeling nervous is like having butterflies dancing in your tummy! You might feel nervous before trying something new, like riding a big slide for the first time, but that's completely normal and okay.

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