In awe Meaning in English
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɑ/, /ˈɔ
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ˈɪn/ /ˈɔː
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Definition
Feeling a strong sense of wonder mixed with respect or fear, usually when seeing something very impressive or powerful.
Usage & Nuances
'In awe' is semi-formal and often used to describe deep respect and amazement, not casual surprise. Common in 'be in awe of', e.g., 'She was in awe of the mountains.' It implies admiration mixed with some humility or even fear.
Spanish: asombrado - maravillado - con asombroPortuguese (BR): em admiração - impressionado - maravilhadoPortuguese (PT): em admiração - impressionado - maravilhadoChinese (Simplified): 敬畏 - 惊叹Chinese (Traditional): 敬畏 - 驚嘆Hindi: आश्चर्यचकित होकर - श्रद्धा सेArabic: مُنبَهِر - بإعجاب شديدBengali: ভক্তি-ভরে - বিস্ময়ে - শ্রদ্ধায়Russian: в восхищении - в благоговенииJapanese: 畏敬の念で - 感嘆してVietnamese: kinh ngạc ngưỡng mộ - tràn đầy kính nểKorean: 경외감을 품고 - 감탄하며Turkish: hayranlık içinde - büyük bir saygıylaUrdu: حیرت میں - تعظیم میںIndonesian: dengan kagum - penuh rasa hormat
Example Sentences
The children stood in awe as they watched the fireworks.
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He looked in awe at the tall building.
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They listened in awe to the singer’s voice.
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I was completely in awe of the way she solved the problem.
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Whenever I see the ocean, I feel in awe of its size and beauty.
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The athletes stood in awe as the legend walked in the room.
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