Korean Dictionary
How to say “Bashful” in Korean
쑥스럽다
Ssukseureopda
IntermediateEmotions
Usage & Context
Describes mild social shyness, especially when receiving compliments or attention. Often paired with blushing. In Korean culture, being 쑥스러워하다 (acting bashful) can be considered endearing, especially in young people and in romantic contexts.
Example Sentence
칭찬을 받으니 쑥스러워서 얼굴이 빨개졌어요.
I was so bashful from the compliment that my face turned red.
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