shivering
word · lemma: shiver
Definition
Shivering means your body is shaking slightly, often because you are cold, scared, or sick.
Usage & Nuances
"Shivering" is commonly used with 'from the cold' or 'with fear.' It describes involuntary shaking; for deliberate light movements, use 'trembling' or 'quivering.' Not to be confused with 'shudder,' which often implies revulsion.
Spanish: temblandoPortuguese (BR): tremendoPortuguese (PT): a tremerChinese (Simplified): 发抖Chinese (Traditional): 發抖Hindi: कांपनाArabic: يرتجفBengali: কাঁপা - কাঁপছে (ঠান্ডা বা ভয় বা অসুস্থতাজনিত)Russian: дрожать - трястисьJapanese: 震える - 震えているVietnamese: run rẩy - rùng mìnhKorean: 떨다 - 몸을 떨다Turkish: titremekUrdu: کانپناIndonesian: menggigil
Example Sentences
She was shivering in the cold wind.
basic
The little boy is shivering because he is sick.
basic
He stood outside, shivering with fear.
basic
I'm shivering just thinking about jumping in that icy water.
natural
We were all shivering by the campfire until it finally warmed up.
natural
If you're shivering, you should probably put on another jacket.
natural