General Translations:
* Mahiyain (ma-hee-yah-yin) - This is the most common translation for "timid" or "shy." It can be used to describe someone who is generally hesitant or nervous in social situations.
* Natatakot (na-ta-ta-kot) - This means "afraid" or "scared," and can be used to describe someone who is timid due to fear.
* Nagdadalawang-isip (nag-da-da-la-wang-i-sip) - This means "hesitant" or "having second thoughts," and can be used to describe someone who is timid due to uncertainty.
Phrases for More Specific Contexts:
* Nang may pag-aalinlangan (nang may pag-ah-leen-lang-gan) - This means "with hesitation," and can be used to describe someone who is timidly doing something.
* Nang may takot (nang may ta-kot) - This means "with fear," and can be used to describe someone who is timidly doing something because they are scared.
* Nang may pagka-mahiyain (nang may pag-ka-ma-hee-yah-yin) - This means "with shyness," and can be used to describe someone who is timidly doing something due to their shyness.
The best way to choose the right translation is to consider the specific context and the meaning you want to convey.