awkward in Portuguese

awkward in Portuguese is tímido, insegura, inseguro — awkward means causing or feeling embarrassment or discomfort, especially in a social situation.

awkward in Portuguese

tímido

adj

insegura

adj

inseguro

adj

tímida

adj

desajeitado

adj

Lacking dexterity in the use of the hands, or of instruments.

bisonho

adj

Lacking dexterity in the use of the hands, or of instruments.

constrangedor

adj

Not easily managed or effected; embarrassing.

desconcertante

adj

Not easily managed or effected; embarrassing.

incómodo

adj

Perverse; adverse; difficult to handle.

What does "awkward" mean?

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

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

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

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”.

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.

Similar words in Portuguese

clumsy cumbersome gauche uncomfortable

Common Portuguese translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "awkward" in Portuguese?

"awkward" in Portuguese is tímido, insegura, inseguro. 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 Portuguese, "awkward" is tímido, insegura, inseguro.

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

Yes — Portuguese has 9 translations listed for "awkward": tímido, insegura, inseguro, tímida, desajeitado, bisonho.

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