verlegen — meaning in English

English meaning

• abashed adj Feeling embarrassed or ashamed.
• bashful adjective Shy and easily embarrassed, especially around other people.
• coy adjective Shy or modest, especially in a deliberately playful or teasing way.
• fearful adj Feeling afraid or anxious.
• shy adj Nervous or uncomfortable around other people; reluctant to draw attention to oneself.

Senses

verlegen is used for these senses in English:

• abashed Embarrassed, disconcerted, or ashamed.
• bashful Shy; not liking to be noticed; socially timid.
• coy (dated) Bashful, shy, retiring.
• coy (archaic) Quiet, reserved, modest.
• fearful Tending to fear; timid.
• shy Reserved; disinclined to familiar approach.
• shy Embarrassed.

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