shyness
word · lemma: shy
Definition
Shyness is the feeling of being nervous or uncomfortable with other people, especially when meeting new people or speaking in groups.
Usage & Nuances
"Shyness" is more common in formal and neutral contexts. Common collocations: "overcome shyness," "childhood shyness," "because of her shyness." It is different from "introversion," which refers to a personality type, not just discomfort.
Spanish: timidezPortuguese (BR): timidezPortuguese (PT): timidezChinese (Simplified): 害羞Chinese (Traditional): 害羞Hindi: संकोचArabic: الخجل
Example Sentences
Her shyness makes her quiet in class.
basic
He wants to overcome his shyness.
basic
Shyness can make it hard to make new friends.
basic
I used to struggle with shyness, but joining clubs helped a lot.
natural
His shyness disappears when he's with his close friends.
natural
A bit of shyness is totally normal when starting a new job.
natural