驚き

Surprise, astonishment, or wonder.

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驚いた adjective-like: "surprised"

オドロキ katakana for emphasis

驚く verb: "to be surprised"

Noun

"Surprise" / "Amazement"

Refers to the emotional state of shock or wonder, or an unexpected event that causes such a reaction.

Example

彼女は驚きを隠せなかった。

She couldn't hide her surprise.

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驚き

おどろき

Surprise, astonishment, or wonder.

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