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How to Say "shamelessness" in Spanish

The Spanish word forshamelessnessis vergüenzaB1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishB1
nounB1neutral to informal
Lack of decency or propriety
A storybook illustration showing a lone, sad figure slumped on a stool, visually isolated from shadowy figures standing nearby who appear disappointed, illustrating disgrace.

Examples

Es una vergüenza que los niños pasen hambre en este país tan rico.

It is a disgrace/shame that children go hungry in such a rich country.

Mi vecino, sinvergüenza, tiró su basura en mi jardín.

My shameless neighbor threw his trash in my garden.

Using 'Es una vergüenza'

When talking about general social situations or behavior that is unacceptable, use 'Es una vergüenza que...' followed by the special verb form (the subjunctive) to express disapproval.

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