English–Chinese
“get an electric shock” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinchù diàn
Example
他修理电器的时候不小心触电了。tā xiū lǐ diàn qì de shí hòu bù xiǎo xīn chù diàn le
He accidentally got an electric shock while repairing an appliance.
How to say “get an electric shock” in Chinese
“Get an electric shock” in Chinese is 触电 (chù diàn).
Contact with a live source produces a sudden physical jolt, from a sting or numbness to a momentary blackout.
Example sentences with 触电
他用湿手拔插头的时候触电了。tā yòng shī shǒu bá chā tóu de shí hòu chù diàn le
He got an electric shock when he pulled out the plug with wet hands.
Tips for using 触电
- English speakers may associate "shock" with surprise, but this Chinese verb refers specifically to an electrical accident rather than an emotional reaction.