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UK//hiːz ɪn ʃɒk//US//hiz ɪn ʃɑk//

Meaning of He's in shock

A state of intense surprise or emotional disturbance.

In simple words: He is very surprised or upset.

He's in shock in a sentence

  • After hearing the news, he's in shock.
  • When she fell down the stairs, he was in shock.
  • He's in shock from the unexpected loss of his job.
  • The accident left him in shock, unable to respond.
  • Seeing the disaster on TV, she's still in shock.

How to use He's in shock

Use in serious or emotional situations. Avoid in casual contexts. Can imply trauma.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a person standing frozen, overwhelmed by a sudden event.

Related words

Collocations with He's in shock

  • suffer in shock
  • leave in shock
  • fall into shock

Synonyms for He's in shock

Common mistakes with He's in shock

  • Confusing 'shock' with 'surprise' - 'shock' is more intense.
  • Using 'He's in shock' for minor surprises - reserve it for serious events.
  • Overusing the phrase without context - clarify the situation for better understanding.

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Frequently asked questions about He's in shock

What does He's in shock mean?

He is very surprised or upset.

What is the definition of He's in shock?

A state of intense surprise or emotional disturbance.

How do you use He's in shock in a sentence?

After hearing the news, he's in shock.

Can you give another example of He's in shock?

When she fell down the stairs, he was in shock.

What are synonyms for He's in shock?

Common alternatives include stunned, dazed, bewildered, astonished, thunderstruck.

What words go with He's in shock?

It commonly pairs with suffer in shock, leave in shock, fall into shock.

What are common mistakes when using He's in shock?

Confusing 'shock' with 'surprise' - 'shock' is more intense. Using 'He's in shock' for minor surprises - reserve it for serious events. Overusing the phrase without context - clarify the situation for better understanding.

How do you pronounce He's in shock?

US: //hiz ɪn ʃɑk//, UK: //hiːz ɪn ʃɒk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use He's in shock?

Use in serious or emotional situations. Avoid in casual contexts. Can imply trauma.