shivers
word · lemma: shiver
Definition
Small shakes or trembles of your body, usually because you are cold, afraid, or excited.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used as a plural noun: 'the shivers'. Common with 'have', 'get', or 'give someone the shivers'. Can describe both physical cold and strong emotions like fear. Not the same as 'shivers' (verb), which is rarely used. 'Chills' is a close synonym.
Spanish: escalofríosPortuguese (BR): arrepiosPortuguese (PT): arrepiosChinese (Simplified): 发抖Chinese (Traditional): 發抖Hindi: काँपना (noun: सिहरन)Arabic: قشعريرة
Example Sentences
She had shivers because it was so cold outside.
basic
The scary movie gave me shivers.
basic
He got the shivers before his exam.
basic
Just thinking about that accident gives me the shivers.
natural
That song always gives me shivers down my spine.
natural
She pulled her jacket tighter, trying to fight the shivers.
natural