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    Choc (en. Shock)

    [ʃɔk]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A strong physical impact between two objects.
    The collision between the two cars was violent.
    Le choc entre les deux voitures a été violent.
    An emotional or psychological upheaval.
    He felt a shock after the bad news.
    Il a ressenti un choc après la mauvaise nouvelle.
    An unexpected event that disrupts the normal course of things.
    The economic shock affected many sectors.
    Le choc économique a touché de nombreux secteurs.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'caucia', meaning 'to shake'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    culture shock
    A phenomenon of confrontation between two cultures.
    choc des cultures
    thermal shock
    A sudden change in temperature causing physical effects.
    choc thermique
    emotional shock
    An intense psychological reaction following an event.
    choc émotionnel

    Related Words

    shockcard
    A type of shock between physical elements.
    choccarde
    shockopolitan
    An informal term to describe a cultural shock related to cuisine.
    chocopolitain
    shockdrop
    A term referring to a minor shock, often related to gastronomy.
    chocogoutte

    Slang Meanings

    A major successful impact in a field.
    This song was a shock in the music world.
    Cette chanson a été un choc dans le monde de la musique.
    A disconcerting surprise.
    His decision to leave the country was a shock for us.
    Sa décision de quitter le pays a été un choc pour nous.