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I am feeling unwell vs I am feeling bad

Both phrases are correct, but they're used in different contexts. 'I am feeling unwell' is often used to express physical discomfort or illness, while 'I am feeling bad' is more general and can refer to emotional distress or a negative mood.
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This phrase is correct and commonly used to express physical discomfort or illness.

"I am feeling unwell"

This phrase is used to describe when someone is not feeling physically well, such as when they are sick, have a headache, or are experiencing any other physical discomfort.

Examples:

  • I am feeling unwell today, so I won't be able to come to work.
  • She said she was feeling unwell and needed to go home early.
  • He looks pale and is feeling unwell after eating that seafood.
  • The medication made him feel unwell for a few hours.
  • If you are feeling unwell, you should see a doctor.
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  • If I am feeling unwell, am I still able to fly? All passengers with medical conditions need to meet certain requirements to be eligible to fly. Visit Travel ...
  • Feb 25, 2019 ... ... thought of as uneducated. It is sufficient to say ' I am not feeling well' or I am feeling unwell' or 'I am not feeling too good '. Upvote ·.
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  • Feb 14, 2024 ... Unfortunately, I am feeling unwell today and cannot make it to work. I am afraid I am contagious and am concerned about spreading my illness ...
  • What should I do if I am feeling unwell? Students should make an appointment with Student Health Center through the Medicat app in the Hofstra portal. How ...
  • If I am feeling unwell and would like to see a doctor, can I come to Accident and Emergency Department (AED)?. April 14, 2019; QEH. D. If I am feeling ...
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Alternatives:

  • I am not feeling well
  • I am feeling sick
  • I am under the weather
  • I am a bit off
  • I am feeling poorly

This phrase is correct and can be used to express emotional distress or a negative mood.

"I am feeling bad"

This phrase is more general and can refer to feeling emotionally upset, sad, guilty, or in a negative mood. It is not specific to physical discomfort.

Examples:

  • I am feeling bad about what happened yesterday.
  • She is feeling bad because she couldn't help her friend.
  • He is feeling bad for not attending the event.
  • Don't worry, everyone has days when they are feeling bad.
  • I am feeling bad for not being able to finish the project on time.
  • Apr 21, 2015 ... ... I am feeling bad as my wife suffered because of me? 1,619 Views · I don't feel good with myself. I consider myself quite intelligent, but I ...
  • May 3, 2024 ... I am feeling bad about asking our realtor questions about homes or to tour homes. We've been looking for about 7 weeks, have probably seen ...
  • Sep 11, 2017 ... Is it wrong that I am feeling bad because my best friend found a new best friend that they treat better? All related (43). Recommended.
  • Nov 7, 2024 ... A co-worker treated me like a child and now I am feeling bad about myself... Rant/Vent. I'll preface by saying that in retrospect, I can ...
  • Sep 2, 2016 ... I wasted the whole day and I am feeling bad now. Others would have covered much more topics by this time leaving me behind. How should I ...
  • Oct 17, 2022 ... ... hard time controlling it. Usually I am feeling bad for hurting my partner but I don't mean to make it about me. Upvote 3. Downvote Award
  • Jun 10, 2023 ... Lord I am feeling bad Lord please help me Lord been feeling yucky all day I have tried to feel better and I feel so so.
  • Sep 22, 2024 ... ... I am feeling bad using it, even when I am winning. Is there a build that is not made to pull the opponent hair off? Or should I change hero ...
  • Feb 21, 2019 ... I am feeling bad because I don't feel sad, and that is a choice. There is a sense of loss but no more. He made his choices over the years for his reasons, and ...
  • Mar 29, 2022 ... Finally,i got my first job as a Junior Java developer, but i am feeling bad... So finally, i became software developer, so many failed ...

Alternatives:

  • I am feeling down
  • I am feeling sad
  • I am feeling upset
  • I am feeling guilty
  • I am in a bad mood

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