Kaulaw

shame / embarrassmentnoun

Alternative meanings

A feeling of shame, embarrassment, modesty, or discomfort caused by oneself, another person, or a social situation.

Pronunciation

ka-OO-law

Root and affixes

Related to ulaw, meaning shame or being embarrassed; ka- forms a noun of state or quality.

Variants or conjugations

ulaw = shame or embarrassed; maulaw = to feel embarrassed; kaulaw = shame or embarrassment as a state or feeling.

Related words and expressions

maulaw = to be embarrassed; uwaw = shame; kahadlok = fear; pagkamaulawon = shyness.

Meaning and usage notes

Used for shame, embarrassment, or feeling awkward. For public dishonor, add context to make the meaning precise.