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    Tímidas (en. Shy)

    /ˈtimidas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    One who experiences fear or shame when interacting with others.
    She is a shy person who avoids speaking in public.
    Ella es una persona tímida que evita hablar en público.
    One who is reserved or cautious.
    Her shy attitude prevented her from making new friends.
    Su actitud tímida le impidió hacer nuevos amigos.
    One who lacks self-confidence.
    She has always been very shy in group situations.
    Siempre ha sido muy tímida en situaciones de grupo.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'timidus', meaning fearful.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to not be shy
    to have no shame or fear in expressing oneself.
    no ser tímido
    to make someone shy
    to make someone feel embarrassed or uncomfortable.
    poner a alguien tímido
    to be shy as a mouse
    to be very shy or timid.
    ser tímido como un ratón

    Related Words

    shyness
    State or condition of being shy.
    timidez
    to cheat
    To do something that causes fear or insecurity.
    timar
    shy
    Adjective describing someone who is shy.
    tímido

    Slang Meanings

    To be a coward
    Don’t be a coward, dare to speak.
    No seas un pollo, anímate a hablar.
    To back down
    He always backs down when asked to sing.
    Siempre se echa para atrás cuando le piden que cante.