timide
shy, timid
Beginner Adjective
🔊
Pronunciation
/ti.mid/
💡
Cultural Note
Being 'timide' in France can be perceived as a charming trait, especially in romantic contexts. However, in professional settings, excessive shyness may be seen as a lack of confidence or assertiveness.
📝 Example Sentences
Elle est un peu timide au début.
She is a bit shy at first.
Ne sois pas timide, pose ta question.
Don't be shy, ask your question.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine | timide |
| masculine | timide |
| feminine_plural | timides |
| masculine_plural | timides |