Emotions & Feelings
Go beyond "happy" and "sad" — describe how you really feel.
Feeling glad that something worrying has ended or turned out well.
“I was so relieved when the exam results came back good.”
Feeling worried or nervous.
“She felt anxious before the interview.”
Feeling annoyed because something isn’t working or going the way you want.
“He was frustrated that the internet kept disconnecting.”
Feeling like you have too much to deal with.
“I felt overwhelmed by all the emails on my first day.”
Feeling thankful.
“I’m really grateful for all your help this week.”
Feeling awkward or ashamed in front of others.
“I was so embarrassed when I forgot his name.”
Feeling unhappy because someone else has something you want.
“He felt a little jealous of his brother’s new car.”
Feeling sad because you miss home while away.
“She felt homesick during her first month abroad.”
Feeling sure of yourself and your abilities.
“He felt confident going into the presentation.”
Feeling worried or afraid about something about to happen.
“I always get nervous before speaking in public.”
Feeling sad because something didn’t happen the way you hoped.
“We were disappointed the trip got cancelled.”
Feeling pleased about an achievement.
“Her parents were proud of her graduation.”
Wanting to know or learn more about something.
“The kids were curious about how the machine worked.”
Extremely tired, physically or mentally.
“I felt completely exhausted after the exam.”
Feeling calmly satisfied and at peace.
“She seemed content with her simple, quiet life.”
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