electric shock
Physical electric shock, such as from a live wire or stun gun.
Touching an outlet with wet hands can give you an electric shock.
noun-modifying (irregular)
sudden; shocking; out of the blue
Describes an event or action that happens abruptly and without warning, often with a surprising or dramatic effect. Common in news contexts (e.g., 電撃訪問, 電撃結婚).
The president announced a sudden resignation.
Everyone was surprised by their whirlwind marriage.
He accidentally touched a live wire and got an electric shock.
The moment I touched the switch, a jolt shot through my body.
The president made a surprise, lightning visit to the neighboring country.
That athlete announced a shock retirement at the end of this season.
electroshock therapy; electroconvulsive therapy
electric bug killer; insectocutor