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uncomfortable

uncomfortable

Meaning of uncomfortable

causing discomfort

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British English/ʌnˈkʌmfətəb(ə)l/
American English/ʌnˈkʌmfərtəbəl/
uncomfortable
uncomfortable - uncomfortable
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uncomfortable with Indonesian translation

uncomfortable usage examples

🇮🇩Indonesian🇬🇧English

My new boots felt uncomfortable as I walked down the airport jet bridge, so I sat to loosen the laces.

🇮🇩Indonesian🇬🇧English

The backpack strap dug into my shoulder.

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uncomfortable belongs to the topic "Clothing and Footwear". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

uncomfortabletidak nyaman
shirtkemeja
skirtrok
pantscelana
trouserscelana panjang
jeansjeans
shortscelana pendek

uncomfortable synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between uncomfortable / ill at ease / inconvenient / awkward / uneasy / unpleasant

I
🇬🇧English
ill at ease

A phrase meaning socially or emotionally uncomfortable; idiomatic and slightly formal.

B2Rarely

He looked ill at ease waiting in the long security line.

I
🇬🇧English
inconvenient

Focuses on practical trouble or inconvenience rather than physical discomfort.

B1Very Often

The late flight was inconvenient because I missed my connection.

🇬🇧English

Emphasizes clumsiness, social discomfort, or an awkward physical fit/position.

B2Very Often

It felt awkward sitting in such a crowded boarding area.

🇬🇧English

Conveys anxiety or mental discomfort rather than physical awkwardness.

B2Often

I felt uneasy about leaving my bag unattended at the gate.

U
🇬🇧English
unpleasant

General negative quality; less specific about physical discomfort or social awkwardness.

B1Very Often

The waiting area was unpleasant — too cold and noisy.

P
🇬🇧English
painful

Specifically indicates physical pain or intense discomfort; stronger than 'uncomfortable'.

B1Very Often

The shoes were painful and gave me blisters after the flight.

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How to pronounce uncomfortable and what this word means

uncomfortable means uncomfortable. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce uncomfortable

/ʌnˈkʌmfətəb(ə)l/

uncomfortable translation

uncomfortable

uncomfortable examples

My new boots felt uncomfortable as I walked down the airport jet bridge, so I sat to loosen the laces.

uncomfortable transcription

/ʌnˈkʌmfətəb(ə)l/, /ʌnˈkʌmfərtəbəl/

Questions about this word

uncomfortable meaning: what does it mean?

causing discomfort

uncomfortable pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

uncomfortable is pronounced as /ʌnˈkʌmfətəb(ə)l/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

uncomfortable definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

My new boots felt uncomfortable as I walked down the airport jet bridge, so I sat to loosen the laces. Translation: Мои новые ботинки оказались неудобными, когда я шёл по трапу самолёта.

Is uncomfortable part of At the Airport vocabulary?

Yes, uncomfortable can be learned in the At the Airport topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is uncomfortable part of Clothing and Footwear vocabulary?

Yes, uncomfortable can be learned in the Clothing and Footwear topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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