驚く

to be surprised or startled; to react with sudden astonishment

Etymology

A native Japanese verb, written with the kanji 驚, meaning “to be startled or surprised,” plus the verb ending く.

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to be amazed or impressed by something remarkable

Etymology

A native Japanese verb, written with the kanji 驚, meaning “to be startled or surprised,” plus the verb ending く.

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to be frightened or alarmed by a sudden event, sound, or danger

Etymology

A native Japanese verb, written with the kanji 驚, meaning “to be startled or surprised,” plus the verb ending く.

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