Lo shock
Example: Lo shock della notizia ha cambiato completamente i piani.
Definition
"Lo shock" refers to a sudden and intense emotional or physical reaction to an unexpected event or news, often causing surprise, disbelief, or distress. For example, "Lo shock della notizia ha cambiato completamente i piani" means the shock of the news completely changed the plans.
Etymology
The term "lo shock" in Italian is borrowed directly from the English word "shock," which originates from the Old French "choque," meaning a collision or strike. Did you know? The English "shock" evolved to describe both physical impacts and emotional disturbances, and Italian adopted it to express sudden emotional reactions.
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