Meaning
To feel humiliation or discomfort.
Cultural Background
People often use 'tener pena' instead of 'tener vergüenza' to sound softer. In some regions, 'tener corte' is used among youth to mean feeling embarrassed.
Use 'de'
Always follow 'tener vergüenza' with 'de' if you are going to add an action.
Meaning
To feel humiliation or discomfort.
Use 'de'
Always follow 'tener vergüenza' with 'de' if you are going to add an action.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Yo ______ vergüenza de hablar en público.
The verb 'tener' is used with 'vergüenza'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesYo ______ vergüenza de hablar en público.
The verb 'tener' is used with 'vergüenza'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is a very common way to express your feelings.
Related Phrases
Sinvergüenza
contrastShameless person
Dar vergüenza
similarTo cause shame
