blush

• Substantiv, das die Röte im Gesicht bezeichnet, meist aus Verlegenheit, Scham oder Schüchternheit; auch ein rosiger Schimmer allgemein.

A noun referring to a reddening of the face, typically from embarrassment, shyness, or modesty.

1. Facial rednessB1formal

   A reddening of the face due to embarrassment, shyness, or shame.

   Erröten

   • A blush spread across her cheeks when he complimented her.
   • He tried to hide his blush by looking down.
   • Her blush gave away her embarrassment.

   Synonymecolorflushrednessrosiness

2. A2informal

   A cosmetic product used to add color to the cheeks.

   Rouge

   • She applied a light pink blush to her cheekbones.
   • This blush gives a natural-looking glow.
   • I need to buy a new blush for the party.

   Synonymeblusherrouge

• Verb, das das Rotwerden des Gesichts vor Verlegenheit, Scham oder Peinlichkeit bezeichnet; auch im Sinne von sich schämen oder verlegen sein.

A verb used to indicate the act of becoming red in the face from embarrassment, shyness, or shame.

1. B1formal

   To become red in the face from embarrassment, shyness, or shame.

   Erröten

   • She blushed when he complimented her dress.
   • He blushed deeply after making a mistake in front of everyone.
   • The shy boy blushed as the teacher called on him.

   Synonymecolorcrimsonflushredden

2. Feel embarrassedB1informal

   To feel or show embarrassment or shame.

   Erröten vor Verlegenheit

   • I blush to think about my awkward behavior at the party.
   • She blushed at the thought of being caught.
   • He blushed with embarrassment when he realized his error.

   Synonymecolorcrimsonflushredden