be self-conscious

Examples (10)

• She is always very self-conscious about her appearance.
• I was incredibly self-conscious during my first public speaking event.
• He has been self-conscious about his weight for years.
• Don't be self-conscious about asking for help; it's perfectly normal.
• Most teenagers are self-conscious about their looks.
• She wished she weren't so self-conscious about her dance moves.
• The new employee was self-conscious about speaking up in meetings.
• It's common to be self-conscious when you're trying something new.
• Even experienced performers can be self-conscious sometimes.
• If you are self-conscious about your voice, practice can help you gain confidence.