Kwijusa

Kwijusa is a Swahili verb meaning "to feel shy, ashamed, or embarrassed." It encompasses a range of emotions related to self-consciousness and social discomfort. The degree of shyness or embarrassment implied can vary depending on the context. It can also suggest feeling awkward or out of place. Kwijusa is often used in situations where someone feels they have done something inappropriate or made a mistake in public. It can also describe the feeling of being overwhelmed by attention or feeling unworthy of praise.