electrical shock

• Stimulation soudaine et souvent douloureuse du corps causée par le passage d'un courant électrique à travers lui, généralement à la suite d'un contact avec une source d'électricité sous tension.

A sudden and often painful stimulation of the body caused by the passage of an electric current through it, typically resulting from contact with a live electrical source.

1. Injury from electric currentB2formal

   A sudden and painful physiological reaction caused by the passage of an electric current through the body.

   électrocution

   • He received a severe electrical shock while repairing the wiring.
   • An electrical shock can cause burns, muscle contractions, or cardiac arrest.
   • Safety training teaches workers how to avoid electrical shocks.

2. Sudden jolt from static or faulty equipmentB1informal

   A brief, often mild, discharge of electricity that causes a sudden jolt or tingle.

   décharge électrique

   • I got a small electrical shock when I touched the metal doorknob.
   • Static electricity from the carpet gave her a tiny electrical shock.
   • The faulty appliance gave him an electrical shock when he plugged it in.