shy
Shy describes a person who feels nervous, uncomfortable, or timid around other people. It often involves a lack of confidence in social situations or a hesitation to speak and interact with strangers.
예시
3 / 5The little girl is very shy and hides behind her mother when guests arrive.
The little girl is very shy and hides behind her mother when guests arrive.
He was too shy to present his findings to the board of directors during the meeting.
He was too shy to present his findings to the board of directors during the meeting.
Don't be shy, come and grab a slice of pizza before it's all gone!
Don't be shy, come and grab a slice of pizza before it's all gone!
어휘 가족
암기 팁
Think of the word 'shy' and 'eye'. A shy person often finds it hard to look someone in the eye.
빠른 퀴즈
Peter didn't want to dance because he was too ____.
정답!
정답은: shy
예시
The little girl is very shy and hides behind her mother when guests arrive.
everydayThe little girl is very shy and hides behind her mother when guests arrive.
He was too shy to present his findings to the board of directors during the meeting.
formalHe was too shy to present his findings to the board of directors during the meeting.
Don't be shy, come and grab a slice of pizza before it's all gone!
informalDon't be shy, come and grab a slice of pizza before it's all gone!
Research suggests that shy students may require more time to participate in classroom discussions.
academicResearch suggests that shy students may require more time to participate in classroom discussions.
Networking events can be quite challenging for a shy professional trying to build connections.
businessNetworking events can be quite challenging for a shy professional trying to build connections.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
Once bitten, twice shy
Being extra cautious after having a bad experience
Shy away from
To avoid doing something because you are nervous or afraid
Camera-shy
Disliking or avoiding being photographed or filmed
자주 혼동되는 단어
Quiet refers to making little noise, whereas shy refers to a feeling of nervousness or fear in social situations.
사용 참고사항
Shy is typically used to describe a personality trait. While often used for children, it is also frequently used for adults who find social interaction difficult.
자주 하는 실수
Learners sometimes confuse 'shy' with 'ashamed'. If you are shy, you are nervous; if you are ashamed, you feel bad about something you did wrong.
암기 팁
Think of the word 'shy' and 'eye'. A shy person often finds it hard to look someone in the eye.
어원
Derived from the Old English word 'sceoh', meaning 'timid' or 'easily frightened'.
문법 패턴
문화적 맥락
In many Western cultures, shyness is sometimes seen as a trait to overcome, whereas in some Eastern cultures, it may be associated with modesty and respect.
빠른 퀴즈
Peter didn't want to dance because he was too ____.
정답!
정답은: shy
관련 문법 규칙
관련 어휘
관련 단어
unknown
A1A person or thing that is not known, recognized, or familiar. It often refers to a mysterious situation or a person who has not yet achieved fame or success.
of
A1A preposition used to show a relationship between a part and a whole, or to indicate belonging and origin. It connects a noun or pronoun to another part of the sentence to specify which one or what kind.
in
A1A preposition used to indicate position within a container, a space, an area, or a period of time. It describes being surrounded by something or being inside the boundaries of a location.
it
A1A third-person singular pronoun used to refer to an object, animal, or situation that has already been mentioned or is clear from context. It is also frequently used as a dummy subject to talk about time, weather, or distance.
on
A1A preposition used to indicate that something is in a position above and supported by a surface. It is also used to indicate a specific day or date, or to show that a device is functioning.
as
A1A conjunction used to compare two things that are equal in some way. It is most commonly used in the pattern 'as + adjective/adverb + as' to show similarity.
this
A1Used to identify a specific person, thing, or idea that is physically close to the speaker or has just been mentioned. It can also refer to the present time or a situation that is currently happening.
by
A1A preposition used to show the method or means of doing something, or to identify the person or thing that performs an action. It frequently appears in passive sentences to indicate the agent or before modes of transport.
we
A1The word 'we' is a first-person plural pronoun used to refer to the speaker and one or more other people collectively. It is used as the subject of a sentence or clause.
or
A1A coordinating conjunction used to connect two or more possibilities or alternatives. it indicates that only one of the options is likely, required, or true.
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