Word 'eager' in Other Languages
- eager in Assamese অসমীয়া
- eager in Bengali বাংলা
- eager in Bodo बड़ो
- eager in Dogri डोगरी
- eager in English
- eager in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
- eager in Hindi हिन्दी
- eager in Kannada ಕನ್ನಡ
- eager in Kashmiri कॉशुर
- eager in Konkani कोंकणी
- eager in Maithili মৈথিলী
- eager in Malayalam മലയാളം
- eager in Manipuri মৈতৈলোন্
- eager in Marathi मराठी
- eager in Nepali नेपाली
- eager in Oriya ଓଡ଼ିଆ
- eager in Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- eager in Sanskrit संस्कृतम्
- eager in Santali
- eager in Sindhi سنڌي
- eager in Tamil தமிழ்
- eager in Telugu తెలుగు
- eager in Urdu اُردُو
Eager
Part of Speech
Adjective
Pronunciation
IPA: /ˈiːɡər/
Definitions
- Strongly wanting to do or have something.
- Characterized by enthusiasm and keen interest.
Usage Examples
- She was eager to start her new job.
- The children were eager for the holidays to begin.
Etymology
Derived from Middle English 'eagre,' from Old French 'aigre' meaning 'sharp, keen,' and from Latin 'acer' meaning 'sharp, bitter.'
Synonyms
- Excited
- Enthusiastic
- Impatient
- Keen
- Energetic
Antonyms
- Uninterested
- Indifferent
- Apathetic
- Reluctant
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Ansioso | /anˈsjoso/ |
| French | Impatient | /ɛ̃pa.sjɑ̃/ |
| German | Eifrig | /ˈaɪ̯frɪç/ |
| Chinese | 渴望 (kěwàng) | /kʰɤ̌ wɑ̂ŋ/ |
| Hindi | उत्सुक (Utsuk) | /ʊt.sʊk/ |
| Tamil | ஆவலுடன் (Aavaludan) | /aːʋəluɖan/ |
| Bengali | উৎসুক (Utsuk) | /ut̪sʊk/ |
| Marathi | उत्सुक (Utsuk) | /ʊt.sʊk/ |
| Gujarati | ઉત્સુક (Utsuk) | /ʊt.sʊk/ |
| Telugu | ఆత్రుతగల (Aatrutagala) | /aːt̪rut̪aɡala/ |
| Kannada | ಆಸಕ್ತ (Aasakta) | /aːsakt̪a/ |
| Punjabi | ਉਤਸ਼ਾਹੀ (Utshaahi) | /ʊtʃaːhi/ |
| Malayalam | ആകാംക്ഷ (Aakanksha) | /aːkaːŋkʂa/ |
| Odia | ଆତୁର (Atura) | /aːt̪uɾɔ/ |
| Urdu | بے قرار (Beqaraar) | /be qaraːr/ |
| Arabic | متحمس (Mutahammis) | /mu.tɑ.ˈħam.mis/ |
| Russian | Жаждущий (Zhazhdujshiy) | /ˈʐaʐdʊʂɪj/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
British English: /ˈiːɡə/
American English: /ˈiːɡɚ/
Australian English: /ˈiːɡə/
Historical Usage
The word 'eager' has been used in English since the 14th century, originally meaning 'sharp' or 'fierce' before taking on its modern meaning of enthusiasm and keenness.
Cultural Nuances
The word 'eager' is generally positive but can imply impatience or over-enthusiasm in some contexts. In different cultures, eagerness may be seen as either a virtue or excessive ambition.
More Information
'Eager' is a common word in English, widely used in daily conversation and literature. It describes a strong, active desire for something, often implying excitement and enthusiasm. While generally positive, it can sometimes suggest restlessness or an inability to wait. The term is frequently found in personal, academic, and business contexts to express anticipation and motivation.