Korean phrase
부끄러워. pu kkeu reo wo
Meaning
I'm embarrassed
When to use it
This says that the speaker feels embarrassed. It is often used after a mistake in front of others or when praise makes the speaker feel shy.
Example dialogue
왜 얼굴이 빨개? wae eol gu ri ppal gae
Why is your face red?
발표를 잘 못해서 부끄러워. pal pyo reul chal mo tae seo pu kkeu reo wo
I didn't do well on my presentation, so I'm embarrassed.