aufrütteln — meaning in English

English meaning

• galvanize verb To cover something with a layer of metal using an electric current.
• jolt verb To shake or push something abruptly and roughly.

Senses

aufrütteln is used for these senses in English:

• galvanize (figurative) To shock or stimulate into sudden activity, as if by electric shock.
• jolt (transitive) To shock (someone) into taking action or being alert

galvanize — full definition

1. verb To cover something with a layer of metal using an electric current.
2. verb To cover metal with zinc, using electricity, so that it will not rust.
3. verb To suddenly push someone into action, as though giving them a jolt.
4. verb To pass an electric current through something.

jolt — full definition

1. verb To shake or push something abruptly and roughly.
2. noun A sudden shock or shake, whether physical or emotional.

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