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startle in Greek

startle in Greek is αιφνιδιάζω, ξαφνιάζω — startle means to give someone a sudden shock or fright, usually without real danger.

startle in Greek

αιφνιδιάζω
verb
Pronounced: aifnidiazo
(transitive) To excite by sudden alarm, surprise, or apprehension; to frighten suddenly and not seriously; to alarm; to surprise.
ξαφνιάζω
verb
Pronounced: xafniazo
(transitive) To excite by sudden alarm, surprise, or apprehension; to frighten suddenly and not seriously; to alarm; to surprise.

What does "startle" mean?

  1. verb To give someone a sudden shock or fright, usually without real danger.
    "The fire alarm startled everyone in the office."
  2. noun A sudden jolt of surprise or alarm.
    "She let out a startle when the phone rang unexpectedly."
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startle in a sentence

  • The fire alarm startled everyone in the office.
  • A loud bang from the kitchen startled the cat.
  • She let out a startle when the phone rang unexpectedly.

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What is "startle" in Greek?

"startle" in Greek is αιφνιδιάζω, ξαφνιάζω. startle means: To give someone a sudden shock or fright, usually without real danger.

How do you pronounce αιφνιδιάζω?

"startle" in Greek is αιφνιδιάζω, pronounced "aifnidiazo".

How do you use "startle" in a sentence?

Example: "The fire alarm startled everyone in the office." In Greek, "startle" is αιφνιδιάζω, ξαφνιάζω.

Are there other ways to say "startle" in Greek?

Yes — Greek has 2 translations listed for "startle": αιφνιδιάζω, ξαφνιάζω.

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