How to Say ‘A little shy’ in French
Un peu timide
uhn puh tee-MEED
[uhn puh tee-MEED]
💬 Usage Tip: "Un peu" = "a little." "Timide" works for children and adults. Easy pattern: "un peu + adjective."
🇫🇷 In France: French parents often describe a child's behavior in a modest, understated way, especially when meeting other parents for the first time.
Phrase Breakdown
Un
[uhn]
a / an
Masculine singular indefinite article; here part of 'un peu' = 'a little'.
Dans « Un peu timide », « Un » fait partie de l'expression « un peu ».
In "Un peu timide," "Un" is part of the expression "un peu."
peu
[puh]
little
In the expression 'un peu', it means 'a little' or 'somewhat'.
Dans « Un peu timide », « peu » montre une petite quantité.
In "Un peu timide," "peu" shows a small amount.
timide
[tee-MEED]
shy
Describes someone who is shy or reserved.
Dans « Un peu timide », « timide » décrit le caractère de l'enfant.
In "Un peu timide," "timide" describes the child's personality.
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