embarrassment
/ɪmˈbærəsmənt/
CEFR level B2Topic EmotionWord #4940 in the learning path
尴尬；窘迫
Definitions
n. an uncomfortable feeling caused by awkwardness or fear of others' judgment
尴尬；窘迫
n. a person or thing that causes shame or awkwardness
令人尴尬的人或事
Example
I blushed with embarrassment when I forgot my neighbour's name.
我忘了邻居的名字，尴尬得脸都红了。
Fear of embarrassment may prevent language learners from practising their speaking skills in front of others.
害怕尴尬可能使语言学习者不敢在他人面前练习口语。
Collocations
- to my embarrassment
- blush with embarrassment
- avoid embarrassment
- a source of embarrassment
Word family
- embarrass (v.)
- embarrassed (adj.)
- embarrassing (adj.)
- embarrassingly (adv.)
Synonyms
- awkwardness
- discomfort
Usage tip
情绪义不可数；指令人尴尬的人或事时可数。
FAQ
- What does embarrassment mean?
- an uncomfortable feeling caused by awkwardness or fear of others' judgment a person or thing that causes shame or awkwardness
- How is embarrassment pronounced?
- UK /ɪmˈbærəsmənt/, US /ɪmˈbærəsmənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
