Startles Meaning in English
word · lemma: startle
ˈstɑɹtəɫz
STAR-tuhlz
stˈɑːtəlz
STAHT-uhlz
Definition
To cause someone to feel a sudden surprise or shock, usually because of something unexpected.
Usage & Nuances
"Startles" is formal or neutral and describes quick, involuntary reactions to sudden actions—like loud noises or surprises. Common with animals or people. Often confused with "scares," but "startle" is more about suddenness and does not imply lasting fear.
Spanish: sobresaltaPortuguese (BR): assustaPortuguese (PT): assustaChinese (Simplified): 使吃惊Chinese (Traditional): 使喫驚Hindi: चौंका देता हैArabic: يفزعBengali: হকচকিয়ে দেয় - চমকে তোলেRussian: пугает - испугать (внезапно)Japanese: 驚かせるVietnamese: làm giật mình - làm hoảng hốtKorean: 깜짝 놀라게 한다Turkish: ürkütür - şaşırtır (ani)Urdu: چونکا دینا - اچانک ڈرا دیناIndonesian: mengejutkan
Example Sentences
The loud noise startles the baby.
basic
She often startles when someone touches her shoulder.
basic
The sudden movement startles the cat.
basic
He always startles easily, even at small sounds.
natural
Your ringtone really startles me every time!
natural
If someone suddenly knocks on the door, it always startles her.
natural