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awkward

/'ɔkwərd/ · ɔkwərd

Awkward has 2 syllables: awk · ward.

awk
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ward
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adjective. Socially uncomfortable; unsure and constrained in manner.

adjective. Difficult to handle or manage especially because of shape.

adjective. Not elegant or graceful in expression.

adjective. Hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment.

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