Feeling greatly embarrassed with 穴があったら入りたい
The expression 穴があったら入りたい translates literally as “I want to enter a hole if there is one”, and it is used to express the feeling of embarrassment or shame in a situation where the speaker wishes they could disappear or hide.
The nuance of this phrase is that the person feels so awkward or self-conscious that they would want to find a hole to crawl into, metaphorically escaping from the uncomfortable situation. It’s often used in contexts where someone feels embarrassed, regretful, or exposed. It can also reflect a desire to avoid facing the consequences of something awkward or socially difficult.
Further reading
- 穴があったら入りたい｜慣用句 (edewakaru.com)
