English–Chinese
“embarrass oneself” in Chinese
How to say “embarrass oneself” in Chinese
“Embarrass oneself” in Chinese is 丢人 (diū rén).
A person's careless words or actions become a visible mark against their social standing.
Example sentences with 丢人
她在演讲时突然丢人，忘了台词。tā zài yán jiǎng shí tū rán diū rén wàng le tái cí
She suddenly embarrassed herself during her speech and forgot her lines.
Tips for using 丢人
- As a comment on another person's conduct, it can sound mocking or critical rather than sympathetic, so tone and relationship affect whether it is appropriate.
Other Chinese words for “embarrass oneself”
别在孩子面前出丑。bié zài hái zi miàn qián chū chǒu
Don't embarrass yourself in front of the children.