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    Tímidos (en. Shy)

    /ˈtimidos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Refers to a person who has difficulty expressing themselves in social situations.
    She is timid and usually doesn't speak much in groups.
    Ella es tímida y no suele hablar mucho en grupo.
    Describes someone who is afraid or hesitant to face certain situations.
    Timid children often avoid participating in activities.
    Los niños tímidos a menudo evitan participar en actividades.
    Indicates a lack of self-confidence.
    His timid attitude prevents him from making new friends.
    Su actitud tímida le impide hacer nuevos amigos.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'timidus', which means 'fearful' or 'afraid'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be as timid as a mouse
    To be extremely shy or fearful.
    ser tímido como un ratón
    timid in close distances
    To be shy when interacting with people one knows.
    tímido en las distancias cortas
    not to be timid
    To invite someone to be more open and expressive.
    no ser tímido

    Related Words

    shyness
    The quality of being timid.
    timidez
    introspective
    Tending towards inner reflection.
    introspectivo
    fearful
    Feeling fear or apprehension.
    miedoso

    Slang Meanings

    Coward
    That guy is a coward, always in his own world without speaking.
    Ese chavo es una chiva, siempre en su mundo sin hablar.
    Scaredy-cat
    Don't be a scaredy-cat and introduce yourself, they don't bite.
    No seas cagueta y preséntate, no muerden.