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    Choqué (en. Shocked)

    /ʃɔ.ke/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A violent impact, a collision.
    The shock of a car against a wall caused considerable damage.
    Le choqué d'une voiture contre un mur a causé des dégâts considérables.
    A strong emotion or disturbance caused by an unexpected event.
    She felt a shock after the announcement of the news.
    Elle a ressenti un choqué après l'annonce de la nouvelle.
    adjective
    Refers to a person who has experienced emotional shock.
    He was shocked by the unexpected breakup.
    Il était choqué par la rupture inattendue.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'choquer', coming from the Latin 'coccare' which means to hit.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be shocked
    To be under the effect of a strong emotion.
    être choqué
    culture shock
    An unexpected effect of the interaction between different cultures.
    choc des cultures
    thermal shock
    A sudden change in temperature affecting a material.
    choc thermique

    Related Words

    shock
    An impact or a collision.
    choc
    to shock
    To cause a shock or a strong emotion.
    choquer
    disappointment
    A feeling of disillusionment or dissatisfaction.
    déception

    Slang Meanings

    To be surprised, bewildered.
    He was completely shocked when he learned the truth.
    Il était complètement choqué quand il a appris la vérité.
    To feel uncomfortable after an unexpected situation.
    After that scene, I was really shocked.
    Après cette scène, j'étais vraiment choqué.