This is the 7274th most frequent Chinese word.


"Shy" or "ashamed."


In this sentence, '羞' is used to describe a feeling of shame, often expressed through actions such as lowering one's head.

他感到羞愧,低下了头。

He felt ashamed and lowered his head.


Here, '羞' is part of '害羞', describing the emotion of shyness or timidity in a specific social situation.

她害羞地躲在妈妈身后。

She shyly hid behind her mother.


In this instance, '羞' is used to indicate reluctance or embarrassment in performing an action due to pride or self-consciousness.

我羞于向别人求助。

I am ashamed to ask others for help.