1. A situation or instance that causes embarrassment, discomfort, or social unease
There was an awkward moment when he realized he had called his teacher by the wrong name.
Houve um momento constrangedor quando ele percebeu que tinha chamado sua professora pelo nome errado.
2. An uncomfortable or embarrassing pause or interaction in a conversation or social setting
The awkward moment lasted only a few seconds, but it felt like an eternity.
O momento constrangedor durou apenas alguns segundos, mas pareceu uma eternidade.