electric shock

• Sensation douloureuse soudaine provoquée par le passage d'un courant électrique dans le corps, souvent due au contact avec un fil sous tension ou un appareil défectueux.

A sudden, painful sensation caused by an electrical current passing through the body, often resulting from contact with a live wire or faulty appliance.

1. Injury from electricityB1formal

   A sudden and painful sensation caused by an electrical current passing through the body.

   décharge électrique

   • He received a mild electric shock when he touched the exposed wire.
   • Electric shocks can be dangerous and require immediate medical attention.
   • The worker was trained to avoid electric shocks on the construction site.

2. Sudden surprise or joltB2informal

   A sudden, startling feeling of surprise or shock, often used metaphorically.

   choc électrique (sens figuré)

   • The news gave her an electric shock of disbelief.
   • His unexpected arrival sent an electric shock through the room.
   • The announcement was like an electric shock to the audience.