diffidence

ˈdɪfɪdəns
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Translation of diffidence from English into Spanish

Noun

psychology

lack of self-confidence or shyness
timidez finseguridad ffalta de confianza
  • Her diffidence made it hard for her to speak up.Su timidez le dificultaba expresarse.
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Synonyms and analogies of diffidence in English

Examples of diffidence in a sentence

  • Diffidence prevented him from joining the debate.

Translations of "diffidence" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
desconfianzanf.

But there is something more fundamental underlying diplomats' natural diffidence.

Pero hay algo más fundamentales tras la natural desconfianza subyacente en los diplomáticos.

timideznf.

He approaches challenges with a sense of diffidence, but always surprises everyone.

Afronta los desafíos con cierta timidez, pero siempre sorprende a todos.

inseguridadnf.

The candidate's diffidence during interviews cost him several job opportunities.

La inseguridad del candidato durante las entrevistas le costó varias oportunidades de trabajo.

falta de confianzanf.

His diffidence stopped him from seizing the leadership role he deserved.

Su falta de confianza le impidió asumir el papel de líder que merecía.

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diffidence: Examples and translations in context

in international relations, diffidence and solitude sometimes seem to prevail

en las relaciones internacionales a veces parecen prevalecer la desconfianza y la soledad

Furthermore, it should be noted that in certain countries, the subject of religious freedom is still viewed with a certain diffidence.

Además, se ha de notar que en algunos países, el discurso sobre la libertad religiosa se mira siempre con desconfianza.

a persistent diffidence toward and almost unacceptance of the magisterium of the hierarchy

la persistencia de un sentido de desconfianza y casi de intolerancia hacia el magisterio jerárquico

He is the font of that love which unites families and people, conquering all diffidence, all isolation, all distance.

Es la fuente de ese amor que une a las familias y a las personas, venciendo toda desconfianza, todo aislamiento, toda distancia.

The quiet boy's diffidence masks his incredible talent and intelligence.

La timidez del chico tranquilo oculta su increíble talento e inteligencia.

The teacher encouraged the student to overcome his diffidence and participate in class discussions.

El profesor animó al estudiante a superar su timidez y participar en los debates de clase.

One brings a great deal of diffidence to those claims.

Uno siente mucha timidez ante esas afirmaciones.

So, first is the diffidence.

Así que, primero es la timidez.

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