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English - Hungarian
Blush
bləʃ
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
pirul, pirulás, színez, szégyell
Blush meanings in Hungarian
pirul
Example:
She started to blush when he complimented her.
Pirulni kezdett, amikor dicsérte.
He always blushes when he is the center of attention.
Mindig pirul, amikor a figyelem középpontjában van.
Usage: informalContext: Used to describe the physical reaction of reddening of the face due to embarrassment or shyness.
Note: This is the most common usage, often linked to emotional responses such as embarrassment, shyness, or attraction.
pirulás
Example:
Her blush was noticeable during the presentation.
A pirulása észrevehető volt az előadás alatt.
His blush revealed his feelings for her.
A pirulása felfedte az érzéseit iránta.
Usage: informalContext: Refers to the act or state of blushing; the physical manifestation of embarrassment.
Note: This noun form is used to talk about the phenomenon of blushing itself.
színez
Example:
The artist decided to blush the cheeks of the portrait.
A művész úgy döntött, hogy pirosítja a portré arcát.
You can blush the apples of the cheeks in the painting for effect.
A festményen a pofacsontokat pirosíthatod az effektus kedvéért.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in artistic contexts to describe adding color.
Note: This meaning relates to adding color rather than the emotional response; less commonly used in everyday conversation.
szégyell
Example:
I blush for my friend’s mistakes.
Pirulok a barátom hibái miatt.
He blushed for his actions during the argument.
Pirult a cselekedetei miatt a vitában.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to express feeling shame or embarrassment on behalf of someone else.
Note: This usage can convey empathy and is often used in a more reflective context.
Blush's synonyms
flush
To become red in the face due to embarrassment, excitement, or heat.
Example: Her cheeks flushed with embarrassment.
Note: Flush is often used to describe a sudden reddening of the face, similar to blush.
crimson
To become deep red in the face due to strong emotions like embarrassment, anger, or passion.
Example: She turned crimson when she realized her mistake.
Note: Crimson is a more intense shade of red compared to blush, often associated with stronger emotions.
flushed
Having a red or pink color in the face due to exertion, heat, or embarrassment.
Example: He looked flushed after running a marathon.
Note: Flushed is similar to blush but can also indicate a temporary redness caused by physical exertion or heat.
rosy
Having a pink or reddish color in the face, often associated with health, youth, or freshness.
Example: The child's cheeks were rosy from playing outside in the cold.
Note: Rosy describes a healthy and natural pink color in the cheeks, which can be different from the temporary redness of a blush.
Blush expressions, common phrases
Turn red
To turn red means to blush or flush with embarrassment or shyness.
Example: Whenever she talks to him, she always turns red with embarrassment.
Note: This phrase directly refers to the physical act of blushing.
Go beet red
To go beet red means to become extremely red in the face due to embarrassment or anger.
Example: When he was caught off guard, his face went beet red in front of everyone.
Note: This phrase emphasizes a deeper or more intense level of blushing, often associated with strong emotions.
Face turns crimson
For one's face to turn crimson means to become bright red, often due to feeling embarrassed or ashamed.
Example: Her face turned crimson when he complimented her in front of the entire class.
Note: This phrase uses a descriptive term 'crimson' to emphasize the vivid redness of the blush.
Flush with embarrassment
To flush with embarrassment means to become red in the face due to feeling ashamed, self-conscious, or uncomfortable.
Example: She flushed with embarrassment when she realized she had mispronounced the word.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the sudden or intense nature of blushing in response to embarrassment.
Turn pink
To turn pink means to blush slightly or to have a light pink color in the face due to embarrassment or excitement.
Example: He turned pink when his crush smiled at him.
Note: This phrase indicates a subtle or mild form of blushing, often associated with positive emotions.
Flushed cheeks
Flushed cheeks refer to the redness or warmth in the cheeks, typically caused by blushing, excitement, or fever.
Example: She had flushed cheeks after receiving the unexpected praise.
Note: This phrase describes the physical manifestation of blushing by focusing on the appearance of the cheeks.
Turn scarlet
To turn scarlet means to become deep red in the face, often due to extreme embarrassment or anger.
Example: Her face turned scarlet when she realized she had been talking about the wrong person all along.
Note: This phrase uses the vivid color 'scarlet' to denote a more intense or extreme form of blushing typically associated with strong emotions.
Blush everyday (slang) expressions
Turn crimson
To turn crimson means to blush intensely or deeply due to embarrassment or a strong emotion.
Example: Every time he saw her, he would turn crimson with embarrassment.
Note: Similar to 'blush' but emphasizes a deeper or more intense shade of red.
Crimson cheeks
Refers to cheeks turning a deep red color due to blushing or embarrassment.
Example: She felt the heat rise in her cheeks, giving her crimson cheeks.
Note: Focuses on the visual aspect of blushing specifically on the cheeks' color.
Red-faced
Describes someone whose face has turned red due to embarrassment, anger, or exertion.
Example: He was caught in a lie and went completely red-faced.
Note: More general term than 'blush,' as it can also indicate anger or physical exertion.
Flushed complexion
Refers to a reddish or rosy color that appears on the face due to embarrassment or exertion.
Example: After being teased by his friends, he had a flushed complexion that didn't fade for a while.
Note: Focuses on the overall complexion rather than just the cheeks turning red.
Rosy cheeks
When someone's cheeks turn pink or red with blush or bashfulness.
Example: Even the slightest compliment would give her rosy cheeks.
Note: Expresses a gentle, subtle form of blushing compared to more intense terms.
Flushed face
A face that appears red or pink, usually due to embarrassment, excitement, or physical exertion.
Example: She entered the room with a flushed face, unable to hide her embarrassment.
Note: Focuses more on the overall appearance of the face rather than just the cheeks blushing.
Red cheeks
Describes the cheeks turning red as a result of blushing or feeling embarrassed.
Example: His confession made her have bright red cheeks.
Note: Direct and simple term to describe blushing specifically on the cheeks.
Blush - Examples
She couldn't help but blush when he complimented her.
Nem tudta megállni, hogy ne pirosodjon el, amikor dicsérte.
She applied a light blush to her cheeks before leaving the house.
Arcpirosítót vitt fel az arcára, mielőtt elindult otthonról.
His face turned bright red with embarrassment and he couldn't hide his blush.
Az arca élénkpirosra változott a szégyen miatt, és nem tudta elrejteni a pirulását.
Blush grammar
Blush - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: blush
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): blush
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): blush
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): blushed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): blushing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): blushes
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): blush
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): blush
Syllables, Separation and Stress
blush Contains 1 syllables: blush
Phonetic transcription: ˈbləsh
blush , ˈbləsh (The red syllable is stressed)
Blush - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
blush: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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