1. at a time that is inconvenient, embarrassing, or poorly timed
He arrived at an awkward moment when we were having a private conversation.
Ele chegou num momento inapropriado quando estávamos tendo uma conversa privada.
2. at an inopportune or uncomfortable time
She called at an awkward moment—right in the middle of my presentation.
Ela ligou num momento inapropriado—bem no meio da minha apresentação.