shy
shy
socially timid
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shy with Russian translation
shy usage examples
Don't be shy — introduce yourself to the group before the workshop starts.
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shy belongs to the topic "Personality Traits". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
shy synonyms
Related words worth learning together
The timid boy didn't join the game.
overly aware of oneself and how others see you; can feel awkward
He felt self-conscious about his accent during the presentation.
lacking self-confidence; hesitant to speak or act
A diffident applicant struggled to sell his skills in the interview.
He's reserved at first, but warms up once you know him.
draws energy from being alone; quiet by preference rather than fear
She's introverted and enjoys reading at home more than parties.
pretending to be shy or modest, sometimes playfully or flirtatiously
She gave a coy smile when he complimented her.
aloof or emotionally distant; avoids social contact
After the incident he became withdrawn and rarely spoke.
not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily; reluctant to speak
He was reticent about his plans for the future.
modest and reluctant to draw attention to oneself; downplays achievements
Her self-effacing manner hid how much she had achieved.
What's the difference
How is shy different from related words?
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce shy and what this word means
shy means shy. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce shy
/ˈʃaɪ/
shy translation
shy
shy examples
The shy child whispered his answer to the teacher.
shy transcription
/ˈʃaɪ/, /ˈʃaɪ/
Questions about this word
shy meaning: what does it mean?
socially timid
shy pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
shy is pronounced as /ˈʃaɪ/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
shy definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The shy child whispered his answer to the teacher. Translation: Застенчивый ребёнок прошептал ответ учителю.
Is shy part of Personality Traits vocabulary?
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