Example: No sé on posar-me durant la reunió important d'avui.
Definition
"No saber on posar-se" means not knowing where to place oneself or feeling unsure about where to stand or sit in a particular situation, often leading to discomfort or awkwardness, such as during an important meeting or social event.
Translations
To feel awkward
No saber dónde meterse
Niet weten waar je moet blijven
Ne pas savoir où se mettre
Nicht wissen wohin mit sich
Etymology
The phrase "No saber on posar-se" comes from Catalan, where "no saber" means 'not to know,' "on" means 'where,' and "posar-se" is a reflexive verb meaning 'to put oneself' or 'to position oneself.' It literally translates to 'not knowing where to put oneself,' reflecting a state of uncertainty about physical or social placement.
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To feel awkward