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awkward in Irish

awkward in Irish is ciotrúnta, crúbach, anásta — awkward means causing or feeling embarrassment or discomfort, especially in a social situation.

awkward in Irish

ciotrúnta
adj
Lacking dexterity in the use of the hands, or of instruments.
crúbach
adj
Lacking dexterity in the use of the hands, or of instruments.
anásta
adj
Not easily managed or effected; embarrassing.

What does "awkward" mean?

  1. adj Causing or feeling embarrassment or discomfort, especially in a social situation.
    "There was an awkward silence after his joke fell flat."
  2. adj Clumsy or lacking skill in movement or use of the hands.
    "He made an awkward attempt to catch the ball."
  3. adj Difficult to deal with or handle.
    "The sofa was an awkward shape to carry up the stairs."
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awkward in a sentence

  • There was an awkward silence after his joke fell flat.
  • She felt awkward meeting her ex at the party.
  • He made an awkward attempt to catch the ball.
  • The sofa was an awkward shape to carry up the stairs.

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What is "awkward" in Irish?

"awkward" in Irish is ciotrúnta, crúbach, anásta. awkward means: Causing or feeling embarrassment or discomfort, especially in a social situation.

How do you use "awkward" in a sentence?

Example: "There was an awkward silence after his joke fell flat." In Irish, "awkward" is ciotrúnta, crúbach, anásta.

Are there other ways to say "awkward" in Irish?

Yes — Irish has 3 translations listed for "awkward": ciotrúnta, crúbach, anásta.

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