How to Pronounce "embarrass about"
expression
ɪmˈbɛɹəs/ /əˈbaʊt
im-BAIR-uhs uh-BOWT
ɛmbˈæɹəs/ /ɐbˈaʊt
em-BARR-uhs ub-OWT
Definition
To feel uncomfortable, awkward, or ashamed because of something related to yourself or connected to a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪmˈbɛɹəs/ /əˈbaʊt
British English
ɛmbˈæɹəs/ /ɐbˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-BAIR-uhs uh-BOWT
UK
em-BARR-uhs ub-OWT
Listen in Context
She felt embarrassed about her mistake in class.
I am embarrassed about my accent when I speak English.
Many people are embarrassed about asking for help.
He gets embarrassed about talking in front of large groups.