悚
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Meaning: frightened
💡 Think 'song' (悚 sounds like 'song') that is so scary it gives you goosebumps.
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Character Story & Explanation
悚 (sǒng) means 'frightened' or 'terrified,' capturing a sudden, sharp fear. Unlike English 'scared,' 悚 often implies a physical shudder or goosebumps. It appears in classical literature and idioms, conveying a visceral reaction to horror or awe, similar to the Western concept of 'the creeps' or 'hair-raising.'
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