victoria
Could you tell me the differences between "startle" and "shock"? Are they totally the same?
Oct 20, 2013 4:16 PM
Answers · 1
1
Not the same.
To startle is physical, "you startled me" means I have suddenly appeared and surprised you.
To shock is more mental. I could shock you by saying someone has died or giving you other bad news.
October 20, 2013
Still haven’t found your answers?
Write down your questions and let the native speakers help you!
victoria
Language Skills
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese
Learning Language
English, Japanese
Articles You May Also Like
Conflict at Work: How to Handle Disagreements in English
9 likes · 2 Comments
How to Give and Receive Constructive Feedback: Strategies for Success in the Workplace
65 likes · 21 Comments
10 American Car Idioms You Should Know
33 likes · 14 Comments
More articles
