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What is the tagalog of embarrassing?

There are several Tagalog words for "embarrassing," depending on the context and nuance you want to convey:

General:

* Nakakahiya - This is the most common and general translation for "embarrassing." It literally means "causes shame."

* Hiyang-hiya - This means "very shy or embarrassed." It emphasizes the feeling of being ashamed or uncomfortable.

* Nakakahiya ka naman! - This is a more informal and direct way of saying "You're embarrassing me!"

More specific:

* Nakakahiya sa harap ng tao - This means "embarrassing in front of people." It emphasizes the social aspect of the situation.

* Nakakahiya sa pamilya - This means "embarrassing to the family." It emphasizes the impact of the situation on your family.

Other options:

* Nakakahiya ang ginawa mo! - This means "What you did is embarrassing!" It expresses a strong disapproval of the action.

* Nahihiya ako sa ginawa mo - This means "I am embarrassed by what you did." It emphasizes your personal feeling about the situation.

The best translation will depend on the specific context of your sentence.

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