thẹn
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Meaning
2 senses
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To experience a sense of nervousness or discomfort when in the presence of others, often resulting in being quiet.
vi Đứa bé cảm thấy thẹn khi gặp người lạ.
en The child feels shy when meeting strangers.
To feel a sense of guilt or distress because of something wrong, foolish, or improper that has been done.
vi Anh ấy cảm thấy thẹn vì đã mắc một lỗi ngớ ngẩn.
en He felt ashamed because he made a foolish mistake.