Jarring
EN→ZH
What Does Jarring Mean?
- 刺耳的
- 震惊的
- 令人不安的
Jarring Pronunciation
ˈdʒɑːrɪŋ
Jarring Definition
adjective
Definition
Causing a shock or jolt, often in a way that is unexpected or disturbing.
In ZH
造成震惊或冲击，通常以意想不到或令人不安的方式。
How to Use Jarring in a Sentence
- When I saw the cat wearing sunglasses, it was such a jarring sight that I almost dropped my coffee!
- The new city regulations banning lawn flamingos were jarring for the residents who had long embraced their pink plastic friends as part of local culture.
- It was jarring to find out that my favorite ice cream shop had replaced my beloved mint chocolate chip with kale flavor. Who needs kale in ice cream?
Cultural Notes
The word 'jarring' is often used in contexts where something unexpected disrupts the normal flow of life, such as sudden changes in societal norms or shocking news stories.
verb
Definition
To cause a physical or emotional shock; to startle.
In ZH
造成身体或情感上的震惊；使人惊讶。
How to Use Jarring in a Sentence
- The fireworks display was so loud that it jarred everyone awake from their peaceful summer slumber.
- My roommate's sudden decision to plunge into veganism jarred me — I was still recovering from the shock of his last year's New Year's resolution to eat more pizza!
- The news of the local superhero's retirement jarred the entire community; nobody wants to imagine a world without him saving cats from trees.
Cultural Notes
Though less common, this usage of 'jarring' illustrates how unexpected actions or decisions can disrupt our emotional state.