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    Tímido (en. Shy)

    /ˈtimido/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    One who has difficulty relating or expressing oneself in social situations.
    María is very timid; she always gets nervous in meetings.
    María es muy tímida, siempre se pone nerviosa en las reuniones.
    One who avoids drawing attention due to their behavior or appearance.
    The timid boy does not want to participate in the game.
    El niño tímido no quiere participar en el juego.
    One who is reserved or who does not dare to act decisively.
    His timid attitude prevented him from asking for a raise.
    Su actitud tímida le impidió pedir el aumento.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'timidus', which means 'fearful'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be timid
    To have difficulty socializing or expressing oneself.
    ser tímido
    timid as a mouse
    To be very timid, almost fearful.
    tímido como un ratón
    not to be timid
    To express confidence and self-assurance.
    no ser tímido

    Related Words

    timidity
    The quality of being timid.
    timidez
    timidly
    In a timid manner.
    tímidamente
    uninhibited
    One who does not show timidity.
    desinhibido

    Slang Meanings

    Shy
    He is very shy to speak in public.
    Él es muy cortado para hablar en público.
    Dull
    Don’t invite him to the party; he is very dull and timid.
    No lo invites a la fiesta, es muy soso y tímido.