vergonha

shame; embarrassment

Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation

/vɨɾ.ˈɡo.ɲɐ/

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Cultural Note

'Sem vergonha' (without shame, shameless) is a common insult in Portuguese. 'Que vergonha!' is used as an exclamation expressing embarrassment or disapproval. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'vergonha alheia' describes the cringe or second-hand embarrassment you feel watching someone else's awkward behavior.

📝 Example Sentences

Tenho vergonha de falar em público.

I am ashamed to speak in public.

Que vergonha! Esqueci-me do nosso aniversário.

How embarrassing! I forgot our anniversary.

Não tenhas vergonha de mostrar os teus sentimentos.

Don't be ashamed to show your feelings.

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