This is the 14th most frequent Thai word.
อาย
The Thai word "อาย" means "shy" or "embarrassed."
In this sentence, 'อาย' is used to indicate a feeling of shyness or embarrassment when having to perform an action in a social setting.
เขารู้สึกอายเมื่อเขาต้องพูดต่อหน้าคนเยอะ
He feels shy when he has to speak in front of a large group of people.
Here, 'อาย' refers to the typical shyness or reserved nature seen in children when faced with unfamiliar situations.
เด็กเล็กๆ มักจะอายเมื่อต้องพบปะกับคนใหม่
Young children often feel shy when they have to meet new people.
In this context, 'อาย' conveys a sense of embarrassment or self-awareness stemming from a personal perspective or societal expectation.