JLPT N3 Intermediate
驚かす
To surprise, startle, or shock someone
Readings
Other forms
驚かします polite form
驚かさない plain negative
驚かせて te-form
驚かした plain past
Transitive Verb
"To surprise" / "To startle"
Refers to the active exertion of influence to cause sudden shock, astonishment, or fear in another person or animal.
Example
急に 大声 を 出し て 、 猫 を 驚かし て しまっ た 。
I accidentally startled the cat by suddenly shouting.
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