Surge up Meaning in English
expression
ˈsɝdʒ/ /ˈəp
SURJ-up
sˈɜːdʒ/ /ˈʌp
SURJ-up
Definition
To suddenly rise or move upward, often used for physical things like water or for strong feelings or emotions.
Usage & Nuances
Slightly formal and literary; often describes water, crowds, or feelings (like anger or excitement) that suddenly become stronger or more noticeable. Can be used figuratively for emotions and less commonly for ideas.
Spanish: elevarse - surgir de repentePortuguese (BR): subir rapidamente - surgirPortuguese (PT): elevar-se - surgir repentinamenteChinese (Simplified): 涌现 - 激增Chinese (Traditional): 湧現 - 激增Hindi: अचानक ऊपर उठना - उमड़ पड़नाArabic: يرتفع فجأة - يطفو للسطحBengali: উথলে ওঠা - হঠাৎ জেগে ওঠাRussian: вскипать - нахлынутьJapanese: 湧き上がる - 急に高まるVietnamese: bùng lên - dâng lênKorean: 치솟다 - 북받치다Turkish: yükselmek - coşmakUrdu: اُمنڈ آنا - جوش مارناIndonesian: membuncah - melonjak
Example Sentences
The water began to surge up after the heavy rain.
basic
A feeling of excitement surged up inside me.
basic
Crowds surged up as the concert started.
basic
Anger suddenly surged up when I heard the news.
natural
Memories from years ago surged up unexpectedly.
natural
You could see hope surge up in their eyes.
natural