Shyly: meaning, definitions and examples

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shyly

 

[ ˈʃaɪ.li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

used to describe the way someone behaves when they are nervous or not confident

In a shy or timid way. Showing nervousness or a lack of confidence.

Synonyms

bashfully, hesitantly, nervously, timidly

Examples of usage

  • She smiled shyly and looked away.
  • He spoke shyly, almost in a whisper.
  • I shyly asked for her phone number.
  • Sarah blushed shyly when he complimented her.
  • Despite her talent, she always sang shyly in front of others.

Translations

Translations of the word "shyly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 timidamente

🇮🇳 शर्माते हुए

🇩🇪 schüchtern

🇮🇩 dengan malu-malu

🇺🇦 сором'язливо

🇵🇱 nieśmiało

🇯🇵 恥ずかしそうに

🇫🇷 timidement

🇪🇸 tímidamente

🇹🇷 utangaç bir şekilde

🇰🇷 수줍게

🇸🇦 بخجل

🇨🇿 stydlivě

🇸🇰 nesmelo

🇨🇳 害羞地

🇸🇮 sramežljivo

🇮🇸 feimnislega

🇰🇿 ұялып

🇬🇪 მორცხვად

🇦🇿 utancaq şəkildə

🇲🇽 tímidamente

Etymology

The word 'shyly' is derived from the adjective 'shy', which has Old English origins. The Old English word 'sceoh' meant 'timid, fearful, shy'. Over time, the adverb form 'shyly' evolved to describe the manner in which someone behaves when they are nervous or lack confidence. It has been used in English language to convey the subtle nuances of timid behavior for centuries.

See also: shyness.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,656, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.