Cool MateMeaning of Ashamed
feeling shame or feeling embarrassed about somebody/something or because of something you have done
In simple words: Feeling bad about something you did or didn't do.
Ashamed in a sentence
- She felt ashamed after realizing she had not helped her friend in need.
- He was ashamed of his behavior at the party last night.
- Despite being ashamed, she accepted her mistakes and apologized.
- The child was ashamed when he tripped and fell in front of everyone.
- Feeling ashamed, he decided to come clean about the whole situation.
How to use Ashamed
Use 'ashamed' to express regret about actions or feelings. It's more serious than feeling embarrassed. Avoid using it in light or fun contexts.
Grammar pattern
ashamed + of + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'a shame'—imagine being sorry for breaking a vase.
Related words
Synonyms for Ashamed
- embarrassed
- guilty
- remorseful
- contrite
- sorry
Opposites of Ashamed
- proud
- unashamed
Common mistakes with Ashamed
- Mixing up 'ashamed of' with 'ashamed from'.
- Confusing 'ashamed' with 'embarassed'—'ashamed' is stronger.
- Using it in a joking manner, which can come off as insincere.
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Ashamed in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
خجلان
شعور بالسوء تجاه شيء فعلته أو لم تفعله.
- Bengaliবাংলা
লজ্জিত
নিজের কোনো কাজ বা না করা কোনো কাজের জন্য খারাপ লাগা।
- GermanDeutsch
Beschämt
Sich schlecht fühlen wegen etwas, das man getan oder nicht getan hat.
- SpanishEspañol
Avergonzado
Sentirse mal por algo que hiciste o no hiciste.
- Persianفارسی
شرمنده، خجل
احساس بدی داشتن درباره کاری که کردی یا نکردی.
- FrenchFrançais
Honteux, embarrassé
Se sentir mal pour quelque chose qu'on a fait ou pas fait.
- Hindiहिन्दी
शर्मिंदा
अपने किए या न किए पर बुरा महसूस करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Vergognoso
Sentirsi male per qualcosa che hai fatto o non hai fatto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Envergonhado(a)
Sentir-se mal por algo que você fez ou deixou de fazer.
- RussianРусский
Стыдно, пристыженный
Чувствовать себя плохо из-за чего-то, что вы сделали или не сделали.
- Urduاردو
شرمندہ، شرمندہ ہونا
اپنے کسی کیے یا نا کیے پر برا محسوس کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
羞愧
对自己做过或没做的事情感到不好。
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Frequently asked questions about Ashamed
What does Ashamed mean?
Feeling bad about something you did or didn't do.
What is the definition of Ashamed?
feeling shame or feeling embarrassed about somebody/something or because of something you have done
How do you use Ashamed in a sentence?
She felt ashamed after realizing she had not helped her friend in need.
Can you give another example of Ashamed?
He was ashamed of his behavior at the party last night.
What are synonyms for Ashamed?
Common alternatives include embarrassed, guilty, remorseful, contrite, sorry.
What is the opposite of Ashamed?
Opposite meanings include proud, unashamed.
What words go with Ashamed?
It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, deeply, really, very, about, at, of.
What are common mistakes when using Ashamed?
Mixing up 'ashamed of' with 'ashamed from'. Confusing 'ashamed' with 'embarassed'—'ashamed' is stronger. Using it in a joking manner, which can come off as insincere.
How do you pronounce Ashamed?
US: /["/əˈʃeɪmd/"]/, UK: /["/əˈʃeɪmd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Ashamed?
Use 'ashamed' to express regret about actions or feelings. It's more serious than feeling embarrassed. Avoid using it in light or fun contexts.
What CEFR level is Ashamed?
"Ashamed" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.