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diffidence
自信のなさ / 内気 / 遠慮がちな態度
/ˈdɪfɪdəns/
A lack of confidence in oneself; shyness or timidity.
自分自身への自信のなさ;内気や臆病さ。
Reluctance to put oneself forward due to self-doubt.
自己不信から自分を前に出ることをためらう傾向。
A modest or reserved manner stemming from insecurity.
不安感から来る控えめで遠慮がちな態度。
Her diffidence prevented her from speaking up during the meeting.
彼女の内気さが、会議中に発言することを妨げた。
Despite his talent, his diffidence made it hard for others to notice him.
才能があるにもかかわらず、自信のなさのせいで周囲に気づかれにくかった。
He approached the new job with diffidence, unsure if he was qualified.
自分に資格があるかどうか自信が持てず、彼は遠慮がちに新しい仕事に取り組んだ。