How to Pronounce "bashful"
word
/ˈbæʃfəɫ/
BASH-fuhl
/bˈæʃfəl/
BASH-fuhl
Definition
Feeling shy, uncomfortable, or easily embarrassed when around other people.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbæʃfəɫ/
British English
/bˈæʃfəl/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BASH-fuhl
UK
BASH-fuhl
Listen in Context
The bashful boy hid behind his mother.
She gave a bashful smile to her teacher.
My cat is very bashful around strangers.
He was too bashful to ask her for a dance.