xấu hổ
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Meaning
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ashamed
A feeling of discomfort or regret caused by an awareness of having done something wrong or inappropriate in public.
vi Anh ấy cảm thấy xấu hổ vì lỗi lầm của mình.
en He feels ashamed of his mistake.
shy
A personality trait where someone feels timid, reserved, and lacks confidence when interacting with unfamiliar people or in groups.
vi Cô bé rất xấu hổ khi gặp người lạ.
en The little girl is very shy when meeting strangers.
shy plant
A small plant whose leaves fold inward and droop when touched, as a natural defense mechanism against potential threats.
vi Lá cây xấu hổ khép lại khi tôi chạm vào.
en The leaves of the shy plant fold when I touch them.