Embarrassés (en. Embarrassed)
[ɑ̃.ba.ʁa.se]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Feeling of discomfort or embarrassment.
He was embarrassed by the situation.
Il était embarrassé par la situation.
State of a person who feels confusion or shame.
She felt embarrassed about not being invited.
Elle se sentait embarrassée de ne pas avoir été invitée.
Who has difficulty expressing themselves.
When he spoke, he was visibly embarrassed.
Lorsqu'il a pris la parole, il était visiblement embarrassé.
Etymology
From the verb "embarrasser," of ancient origin, related to the idea of blocking or hindering.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be embarrassed
To be in a situation of discomfort or confusion.
être embarrassé
to embarrass someone
To put someone in an uncomfortable situation.
embarrasser quelqu'un
to feel embarrassed
To experience a feeling of discomfort or embarrassment.
se sentir embarrassé
Related Words
embarrass
Verb meaning to cause a feeling of discomfort.
embarrasser
discomfort
State of unease or discomfort.
gêne
shame
Feeling of dishonor or guilt.
honte
Slang Meanings
To be in a mess
He is really embarrassed, he is in a mess because of this story.
Il est vraiment embarrassé, il est dans le pétrin à cause de cette histoire.
To be stuck
She is stuck with this difficult task, she seems embarrassed.
Elle est coincée avec cette tâche difficile, elle semble embarrassée.