English Word · Intermediate
awkward
uncomfortable / clumsy
Pronunciation: /ˈɔːkwəd/
Meaning
Causing or feeling embarrassment or inconvenience.
Example
There was an awkward silence after his joke.
There was an awkward silence after his joke.
Practice tips
- Practice awkward out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.