mahcup — meaning in English

English meaning

• coy adjective Shy or modest, especially in a deliberately playful or teasing way.
• shy adj Nervous or uncomfortable around other people; reluctant to draw attention to oneself.

Senses

mahcup is used for these senses in English:

• coy (dated) Bashful, shy, retiring.
• coy (archaic) Quiet, reserved, modest.
• shy Embarrassed.

coy — full definition

1. adjective Shy or modest, especially in a deliberately playful or teasing way.
2. adjective Reluctant to give a direct answer, especially about something sensitive.

shy — full definition

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

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