부끄러운

This is the 3637th most frequent Korean word.

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부끄러운

Embarrassed; ashamed.


In this sentence, '부끄러운' is used to mean 'shy' or 'feeling embarrassed,' depicting an emotional reaction to public speaking.

어릴 적에는 발표를 하면 부끄러운 마음이 들었어요.

When I was young, I felt shy when giving presentations.


Here, '부끄러운' conveys the sensation of 'embarrassment' due to an unusual or awkward occurrence.

실수로 친구 앞에서 넘어져서 정말 부끄러운 순간을 경험했어요.

I experienced a truly embarrassing moment by accidentally falling in front of my friend.


In this usage, '부끄러운' denotes 'shameful,' reflecting moral judgment or regret over one's actions.

남을 돕지 않고 그냥 지나친 것이 부끄러운 행동이었다고 생각해요.

I think it was a shameful act to just pass by without helping others.