Definition of "nervous"
Kid-friendly meaning of nervous, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "nervous" mean?
nervous (adjective) — feeling a little scared about something coming up.
Example sentences using "nervous"
Grade K–2
I get nervous before tests.
Grade 3–5
She was nervous about her piano recital but did great.
Grade 6–8
It's normal to feel nervous before public speaking — even experienced adults still get butterflies.
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