There are 29,600 search results on Bing for the misspelling 'Embarass'. 'Embarass' ranks in the top 100 of most common errors caught by TripleChecker, with at least 125 websites containing this mistake.¹
'Embarrass' is primarily a verb. It means to cause someone to feel awkward, self-conscious, or ashamed. It can also refer to creating a situation where someone feels hindered or inhibited.
Embarrass
The word 'embarrass' originates from the Spanish word 'embarazar', which means to obstruct or hinder. It was derived from the earlier French word 'embarrasser', which also means to hinder or block. The term entered the English language in the late 17th century.
The word "embarrass" is pronounced as /ɪmˈbærəs/. It has three syllables: em-barr-ass.
The word 'embarrass' can be used in a sentence like this: "She felt embarrassed when she tripped in front of her classmates." A common caveat is the correct spelling, as it is often mistakenly spelled with only one 'r' or one 's' (e.g., 'embarass' or 'embarras'). Additionally, remember that 'embarrass' can be used in both its verb forms: 'embarrassed' for the past tense and 'embarrassing' for the present participle.