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    Honteux (en. Ashamed)

    /ɔ̃tø/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Qualifies a person who feels guilty or embarrassed.
    It was shameful to have lied to his friends.
    Il était honteux d'avoir menti à ses amis.
    Describes a situation that causes shame.
    It was a shameful decision for the team.
    C'était une décision honteuse pour l'équipe.
    Refers to something that evokes disdain or contempt.
    The show was shameful and unacceptable.
    Le spectacle était honteux et inacceptable.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'onteux', derived from 'onte' meaning 'shame'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To be ashamed
    To feel embarrassed or guilty about something.
    Avoir honte
    It's shameful
    Expresses that something is unacceptable or scandalous.
    C'est honteux
    I am ashamed
    Indicates that one feels shame for their actions.
    Je suis honteux

    Related Words

    shame
    Feeling of discomfort or dishonor related to an act.
    honte
    shameful
    That causes shame.
    honteux
    shamefully
    In a shameful manner.
    honteusement

    Slang Meanings

    That is embarrassing.
    This situation is really shameful!
    Cette situation est vraiment honteuse !
    An act that provokes contempt.
    His behavior was purely shameful.
    Son comportement était purement honteux.