受惊

shòu jīng

HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

Definitions

1. startled

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Word relationships

Related words

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害怕

hài pà

to be afraid

害怕 means afraid, the emotion resulting from being startled.

Synonyms

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吃惊

chī jīng

to be startled

Both mean startled, but 受惊 often implies being frightened by an external stimulus.

惊恐

jīng kǒng

to be alarmed

惊恐 is a stronger synonym, implying terror or panic.

Usage notes

Collocations

受惊 is often used with animals or people reacting to sudden noise or danger, e.g., 马受惊了.

Common mistakes

Don't confuse with 吃惊, which is a general reaction of surprise, while 受惊 emphasizes being frightened by an external stimulus.

Example Sentences

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突然的响声使小鸟受惊了。

The sudden noise startled the little bird.

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Child Words of 受惊

to receive

to startle

受惊