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несме́лый — meaning in English

nesmelyy

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English meaning

shy adj Nervous or uncomfortable around other people; reluctant to draw attention to oneself.
timid adj Easily frightened or lacking confidence, especially in unfamiliar situations.

Senses

несме́лый is used for these senses in English:

shy Easily frightened; timid.
shy Reserved; disinclined to familiar approach.
timid Lacking in courage or confidence.

shy — full definition

adj Nervous or uncomfortable around other people; reluctant to draw attention to oneself.
adj Just short of or falling below a stated amount.
verb To move back suddenly out of fear or caution.

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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”.

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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