Sacudimiento (en. Sway)
/sakuðiˈmjento/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Violent movement that produces a disturbance in the position of something.
The shaking from the earthquake destroyed several buildings.
El sacudimiento del terremoto destrozó varios edificios.
Emotional implication in a situation that causes surprise or impact.
The shaking I felt upon hearing the news was indescribable.
El sacudimiento que sentí al oír la noticia fue indescriptible.
Effect produced by an unexpected event that alters the usual state.
The shaking in the economy generated uncertainty in the markets.
El sacudimiento en la economía generó incertidumbre en los mercados.
Etymology
From the verb 'shake' with the suffix '-ing', indicating action or effect.
Common Phrases and Expressions
emotional shaking
Intense reaction to a situation that provokes strong emotions.
sacudimiento emocional
earth shaking
Movement of the earth caused by an earthquake.
sacudimiento de la tierra
social shaking
Alteration in the structure and social order due to significant events.
sacudimiento social
Related Words
shake
To move something abruptly to remove dust or contact.
sacudir
tremor
Sudden movements that indicate tremor or agitation.
temblor
agitation
Unease or disturbance, either physical or mental.
agitación
Slang Meanings
To be in shock or very surprised.
After the news, I was in total shaking.
Después de la noticia, estaba en un sacudimiento total.
To feel a great energy or intense emotion.
That concert left me with an incredible shaking.
Ese concierto me dejó con un sacudimiento increíble.