Meaning
embarrassing, awkward
- causing feelings of shame, self-consciousness, or discomfort
In a sentence
C'è stato un silenzio imbarazzante durante la cena.
There was an awkward silence during dinner.
Non fare domande imbarazzanti ai tuoi colleghi.
Don't ask your colleagues awkward questions.
È stata una situazione davvero imbarazzante per tutti.
It was a truly embarrassing situation for everyone.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| imbarazzante | masculine · singular |
| imbarazzante | feminine · singular |
| imbarazzanti | masculine · plural |
| imbarazzanti | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Derived from the present participle of imbarazzare.
- Ends in -e in singular (m/f) and -i in plural (m/f).