休克

xiū kè

HSK 3.0 Level 7 Noun Uncommon

Definitions

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excited

休克 is a state of shock or collapse, while 兴奋 is excitement or stimulation.

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to lose consciousness

Both describe a loss of consciousness, but 休克 is a medical condition of shock, while 昏迷 means coma.

to collapse (from dehydration or loss of blood)

虚脱 refers to collapse or prostration, often due to exhaustion, while 休克 is a more severe state of shock.

Don't confuse 休克 with fainting (晕倒). 休克 involves inadequate blood flow to organs and is life-threatening.

休克 is a medical loanword from English 'shock'. It's commonly used in clinical contexts and news.

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病人出现休克症状。

The patient showed signs of shock.

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anaphylactic shock

to be able to

to rest