a nu avea pic de rușine
to have no shame whatsoever
Beginner Phrase
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Pronunciation
/a nu a.ˈve.a pik de ru.ˈʃi.ne/
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Cultural Note
This expression (literally 'to not have a drop of shame') is used to express outrage at someone's brazen behavior. Romanian culture places significant value on 'rușine' (shame/decency), and lacking it entirely is a serious social criticism. It is one of the most commonly used expressions of moral indignation.
📝 Example Sentences
N-are pic de rușine, minte de față cu toată lumea!
He has no shame, he lies in front of everyone!
Cum de n-ai pic de rușine?
How can you have no shame?
N-are pic de rușine să ceară bani iar.
She has no shame asking for money again.