embarrass
embarrass(
ehm
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beh
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rihs
)A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
a. avergonzar
The poor quality of politicians that our country offers embarrasses me.Me avergüenza la pésima calidad de políticos que ofrece nuestro país.
b. apenar (Latin America)
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
The teacher embarrassed Rodrigo when she corrected his spelling in front of the class.La maestra le apenó a Rodrigo cuando corrigió su ortografía delante de la clase.
c. hacerle pasar vergüenza a
She embarrassed her daughter by dancing in front of her boyfriend.Le hizo pasar vergüenza a su hija al bailar delante de su novio.
d. poner en una situación embarazosa
The reporter embarrassed the mayor with her questions.La reportera puso al alcalde en una situación embarazosa con sus preguntas.
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