embarrassed
/ɪmˈbærəst/
CEFR level B1Topic EmotionWord #3175 in the learning path
尴尬的；难为情的
Definitions
adj. Feeling uncomfortable or ashamed about something others notice.
尴尬的；难为情的
Example
I felt embarrassed when my phone rang during dinner.
吃饭时手机响了，我感到很尴尬。
Students may feel embarrassed about making mistakes, so teachers should create a supportive classroom environment.
学生可能因犯错而感到难为情，因此教师应营造支持性的课堂环境。
Collocations
- feel embarrassed
- embarrassed about
- too embarrassed to ask
Word family
- embarrass (v.)
- embarrassing (adj.)
- embarrassment (n.)
Synonyms
- self-conscious
- ashamed
Antonyms
- unembarrassed
Usage tip
人感到尴尬用embarrassed；事令人尴尬用embarrassing。
FAQ
- What does embarrassed mean?
- Feeling uncomfortable or ashamed about something others notice.
- How is embarrassed pronounced?
- UK /ɪmˈbærəst/, US /ɪmˈbærəst/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
