Also means
awkward
Usage Note
Goffo describes both physical clumsiness and social awkwardness. It can be used before or after the noun: un goffo tentativo (a clumsy attempt). The adverb form is goffamente, and the noun goffaggine means clumsiness.
Examples
"È stato un momento goffo per tutti."
Natural Translation
It was an awkward moment for everyone.

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