Вздрогнуть
Pronunciation
VZDROG-noot
Translation
vzdrognut — to flinch, to give a start, to shudder (suddenly)
Context & Examples
Он вздрогнул от громкого звука.
He flinched from the loud sound.
Она вздрогнула, когда кто-то коснулся её плеча.
She gave a start when someone touched her shoulder.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
This verb describes a very common, involuntary physical reaction to surprise or fear. It's often used in literature and everyday speech to vividly convey a character's sudden alarm or the impact of an unexpected event.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Вздрогнуть" mean in Russian?
"Вздрогнуть" translates to "vzdrognut — to flinch, to give a start, to shudder (suddenly)" in English. It is pronounced as "VZDROG-noot".
How do you pronounce "Вздрогнуть"?
The pronunciation of "Вздрогнуть" is: VZDROG-noot
How to use "Вздрогнуть" in a sentence?
Example: "Он вздрогнул от громкого звука." which translates to "He flinched from the loud sound.". Another example: "Она вздрогнула, когда кто-то коснулся её плеча." — "She gave a start when someone touched her shoulder.".
What is the cultural significance of "Вздрогнуть" in Russia?
This verb describes a very common, involuntary physical reaction to surprise or fear. It's often used in literature and everyday speech to vividly convey a character's sudden alarm or the impact of an unexpected event.