Qualms Meaning in English
word · lemma: qualm
ˈkwɑɫmz/, /ˈkwɑmz
KWAHMZ
kwˈɑːmz
KWAHMZ
Definition
A feeling of doubt, worry, or moral uncertainty about whether something is right. It often means you are unsure if your actions are correct or fair.
Usage & Nuances
Nearly always plural; common phrases are 'have qualms about' and 'no qualms about.' Used in somewhat formal, thoughtful contexts. Refers to internal, usually moral or ethical doubt.
Spanish: escrúpulos - dudas (morales)Portuguese (BR): escrúpulos - receios - dúvidas (morais)Portuguese (PT): escrúpulos - receios - dúvidas (morais)Chinese (Simplified): 顾虑 - 疑虑 - 不安Chinese (Traditional): 顧慮 - 疑慮 - 不安Hindi: संकोच - संशयArabic: شكوك - تردد - مخاوف (ضميرية)Bengali: দ্বিধা - সংকোচ - সংশয় (নৈতিক)Russian: сомнения - угрызения совести - колебанияJapanese: 良心のとがめ - ためらいVietnamese: băn khoăn - do dự - áy náyKorean: 거리낌 - 양심의 가책 - 망설임Turkish: tereddüt - vicdan azabı - endişeUrdu: جھجھک - تذبذب - ہچکچاہٹ (اخلاقی)Indonesian: keraguan - rasa bersalah - kegelisahan
Example Sentences
She had qualms about lying to her friend.
basic
Do you have any qualms about this decision?
basic
He showed no qualms about taking the job.
basic
I had some qualms about moving to a new country, but it turned out great.
natural
Most people have qualms when making big life changes.
natural
She had no qualms about speaking her mind in front of everyone.
natural