Choquer
Example: Cette nouvelle a vraiment choqué toute la communauté locale.
Definition
"Choquer" means to cause a strong emotional reaction, usually surprise, disapproval, or distress, in someone. For example, "Cette nouvelle a vraiment choqué toute la communauté locale" indicates that the news deeply shocked the entire local community.
Translations
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shock -
chocar -
shockeren -
xocar -
schockieren
Etymology
The French verb "choquer" originates from the Old French word "choquer," meaning to strike or clash. It likely comes from a Germanic root related to the idea of collision or impact, reflecting how the word conveys the sense of a sudden, striking emotional effect. Did you know? The word has kept this forceful connotation since medieval times.
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"Choquer" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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