不好意思
Definition
(verb phr) Feeling embarrassed or sorry, often used as an apology or expression of modesty
Examples
“我迟到了，真不好意思。”
“不好意思，我占了你的位子。”
Sorry, I took your seat.
“在便利店门口，她不好意思地笑了笑。”
At the convenience store entrance, she gave an embarrassed little smile.
“能不能把窗户关上？我有点不好意思开口。”
Could you shut the window? I felt awkward asking.
“他递来名片时说，不好意思，今天得先走。”
He handed me his card and said,
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