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unsicher

insecure

Meaning of unsicher

lacking confidence

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German[ˈʊnzɪçɐ]
insecure
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unsicher belongs to the topic "Personality Traits". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

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What's the difference between unsicher / schüchtern / ängstlich

🇩🇪German
unsicher

indicates a state of being unsettled or less confident, often triggered by an external situation or event

B2Often

Nach dem Fehler im Meeting wirkte sie verunsichert.

После ошибки на совещании она выглядела неуверенно.

🇩🇪German

refers to shyness in social contexts; fear of being noticed or judged by others

B2Very Often

Er ist oft schüchtern bei neuen Bekanntschaften.

Он часто стесняется при новых знакомых.

🇩🇪German

emphasizes fear or anxiety; a stronger emotional reaction than general lack of confidence

B2Very Often

Vor dem Vortrag war sie sehr ängstlich.

Она сильно нервничала перед докладом.

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unsicher translation: insecure. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce unsicher

[ˈʊnzɪçɐ]

unsicher translation

insecure

unsicher transcription

[ˈʊnzɪçɐ]

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unsicher meaning: what does it mean?

sich seiner selbst nicht sicher; ohne Selbstvertrauen

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