B2
awkward vs clumsy
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| awkwardadjective/ˈɑːk.wərd/ | Meaning making you feel embarrassed or uncomfortable; also difficult to deal with or use | Goes with awkward silence | Example There was an awkward silence when he asked about her ex-boyfriend. |
| clumsyadjective/ˈklʌm.zi/ | Meaning moving in an awkward way so that you drop or break things; also done without skill | Goes with clumsy attempt | Example I'm so clumsy, I've already broken two glasses this week. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The first meeting with his parents was slightly .