Beginner Emotions & Feelings

Embarrassed

/ɪmˈbærəst/ adjective

Meaning

Feeling awkward, self-conscious or ashamed, often in front of other people.

हिंदी मेंअक्सर दूसरों के सामने अजीब, आत्म-सचेत या शर्मिंदा महसूस करना।

Example Sentences

“He was embarrassed when he forgot her name.”

जब वह उसका नाम भूल गया तो उसे शर्मिंदगी महसूस हुई।

“There's nothing to be embarrassed about — everyone makes mistakes.”

शर्मिंदा होने की कोई बात नहीं है — हर कोई गलतियाँ करता है।

⚠ Common Mistake

Don't confuse with "embarrassing" — "embarrassed" describes how you feel; "embarrassing" describes the situation that causes it ("an embarrassing situation made me feel embarrassed").

Good to Know

Synonyms
ashamed, self-conscious
Antonyms
comfortable, at ease

Written and reviewed by Maninder Thind · Last updated 17 August 2026

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