照れ
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Meanings
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shyness; embarrassment; bashfulness
Refers to the feeling of being shy, embarrassed, or self-conscious, often in a cute or endearing way. Commonly used in compounds like 照れ隠し (hiding embarrassment) or 照れ笑い (embarrassed laugh).
See also: 照れる
He gave an embarrassed smile.
To hide my embarrassment, I ended up speaking loudly.
Usage patterns
- 照れを隠すto hide one's embarrassment
He laughed as if to hide his embarrassment.
- 照れが顔に出るone's embarrassment shows on one's face
When I was praised, my embarrassment showed on my face.
- 照れながら〈動詞〉to do something while feeling shy or embarrassed
She thanked me while looking a bit embarrassed.