사람이나 동물을 갑자기 놀라게 하거나 경계하게 만들다.
To cause a person or animal to feel a sudden shock or alarm.
예문:
"The sudden backfire of the car startled the pedestrians on the sidewalk."
"I didn't mean to startle you by coming in so quietly."
"The loud thunderclap startled the sleeping kitten out of its nap."
놀라거나 충격을 받아 갑자기 몸을 움직이거나 움찔하다.
To move or jump suddenly in response to a surprise or shock.
예문:
"She tends to startle at even the slightest noise in the hallway."
"The deer startled and bolted into the thick brush when it heard the branch snap."
갑작스럽게 느끼는 놀람이나 경악의 감정, 또는 그렇게 만드는 것.
A sudden feeling of surprise or alarm, or something that causes it.
예문:
"The sudden touch on his shoulder gave him quite a startle."
"After the initial startle, she realized it was just her brother playing a prank."