care
Translation
to be concerned, to look after, to feel affection for, to want
Examples
I care about my family.
I care about my family.
She cares for her elderly mother.
She cares for her elderly mother.
Would you care for a cup of tea?
Would you care for a cup of tea?
Grammar Patterns
((about sb./sth.)) to be concerned about sb./sth. I care about my family.
((for sb./sth.)) to look after sb./sth. She cares for her elderly mother.
((to-inf)) to want to do sth. (formal) Would you care to join us for dinner?
Similar Words
Synonyms: look after, mind, tend; Antonyms: neglect, ignore
Etymology
From Old English 'caru' meaning 'sorrow, anxiety, grief', conveying the emotional weight of concern or looking after someone.
Memory Tips
Think of the common phrase 'Take care!', which expresses concern for someone's well-being. This links the verb to the feeling of concern.