JLPT · Level 184
15 words
Japanese word
恥じらう
Pronunciation
Romajihajirau
Meaning
- verbbe bashful
Example
彼女は褒められると恥じらいます。kano jo wa ho me ra re ru to ha ji ra i ma su
She feels bashful when praised.
More examples
写真を撮られると、彼女は恥じらいます。sha shin o to ra re ru to kano jo wa ha ji ra i ma su
She feels bashful when her picture is taken.
Core concept
Describes showing shy embarrassment, often through a blush or hesitant behavior when receiving attention or praise.
Common phrases
人前で恥じらうhito mae de ha ji ra u
be bashful in public
恥じらう仕草ha ji ra u shi gusa
bashful gesture
Similar words
照れるtereru: To show embarrassment when receiving attention, praise, or affection.
恥ずかしがるhazukashigaru: To feel or show embarrassment about oneself, an action, or a situation.
はにかむhanikamu: To show shy embarrassment with a timid smile or hesitant behavior.
赤面するsekimensuru: To become red in the face because of embarrassment.
Definition in Japanese
人前で褒められたり注目されたりして、照れくさそうな態度を示す。hito mae de ho me ra re ta ri chū moku sa re ta ri shi te te re ku sa sō na tai do o shime su
Word origin
The native verb 恥じらう (hajirau) combines 恥じる (hajiru, "to feel shame") with the verb-forming element らう (rau).
Usage tips
- 恥じらう (hajirau) often describes the gentle, visible embarrassment of someone who receives praise, while English blush focuses more directly on a change in face color.