No. 15,016 in German
schüchterne
"Schüchterne" means "shy" or "timid" in English.
In a sentence
Das schüchterne Mädchen sprach nicht viel.
The shy girl did not speak much.
The word 'schüchterne' is used as an adjective here, describing the noun 'Mädchen' and indicating the girl's timid character.
Er zeigte eine schüchterne Reaktion auf das Kompliment.
He showed a shy reaction to the compliment.
Here, 'schüchterne' functions as an adjective describing 'Reaktion,' indicating a hesitant or timid response.
Ihre schüchterne Art machte sie sympathisch.
Her shy manner made her likeable.
In this sentence, 'schüchterne' modifies the noun 'Art,' implying her timid demeanor which contributed positively to her likability.
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