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diffident in Chinese

diffident in Chinese is 羞怯 — diffident means lacking confidence in others; distrustful.

diffident in Chinese

羞怯

adj

Pronounced: xiū qiè

(archaic) Lacking confidence in others; distrustful.

What does "diffident" mean?

adj Lacking confidence in others; distrustful.
adj Lacking self-confidence; timid; modest

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "diffident" in Chinese?

"diffident" in Chinese is 羞怯. diffident means: Lacking confidence in others; distrustful.

How do you pronounce 羞怯?

"diffident" in Chinese is 羞怯, pronounced "xiū qiè".

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