愕
愕
surprised, frightened
12 strokes
On
ガク
Kun
おどろ.く
Dictionary
Common Words
1
to be surprised; to be taken aback; to be amazed; to be astonished; to be shocked
Examples
知事は委員会の反応に驚いた。
The governor was surprised by the commission's response.
2
to be frightened; to be startled; to be alarmed
Examples
町の人々は地震に大変驚いた。
The townsfolk were frightened by the earthquake.
1
astonishment; amazement; surprise; fright; shock
Examples
私は彼の勇気に驚愕した。
I marveled at his courage.
1
'taru' adjective
astonished; shocked; amazed; astounded; aghast
Examples
あのニュースを聞いた時にはがくぜんとした。
When I heard the news I was caught with my pants down.
1
do not be surprised; lo and behold; wait for it
Examples
こんなことを言っても信じないだろうが、驚くなかれ。
You might not believe what I'm about to tell you, so don't be surprised.
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