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Meaning of aw shucks | Babel Free

Interjection CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. An expression of bashfulness or modesty, especially in response to a compliment or when giving thanks.
  2. Used to express disappointment, embarrassment or annoyance.

Equivalents

Examples

“Aw shucks, you're going to make me blush.”
“Aw shucks, it looks like we're going to lose the game after all.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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