気恥ずかしい

Reading: きはずかしい
Meaning: embarrassed, shy, awkward
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Example Sentence
I feel self-conscious about speaking in front of others.
Usage Notes
Describes feeling bashful or self-conscious. Less intense than regular embarrassment (恥ずかしい).
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