How do you say "embarrassed" in Italian?

imbarazzata

Adjective Noun

In Italian, "embarrassed" is imbarazzata.

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Pronunciation

Imbarazzata is eem-bah-raht-TSAH-tah, stress on the fourth syllable, with the double Z giving a sharp TS sound.

Grammar notes

imbarazzata is a adjective used the same way as its English equivalent.

Example sentence

Si è vergognata per l'errore.

She was embarrassed by the mix-up.

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How to remember imbarazzata

Imbarazzata is close to 'embarrassed', sharing the same 'bara' core sound.

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Questions about imbarazzata

How do you pronounce imbarazzata?

Imbarazzata is eem-bah-raht-TSAH-tah, stress on the fourth syllable, with the double Z giving a sharp TS sound.

Is imbarazzata formal or casual?

imbarazzata is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.

How is imbarazzata used in Italian?

imbarazzata is used the same way as the equivalent English adjective. For example: Si è vergognata per l'errore. (She was embarrassed by the mix-up.).

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