nounverb

startle

assustar

To suddenly surprise or scare someone, causing them to jump or react quickly.

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Examples

The loud noise can startle anyone.verb

O barulho alto pode assustar qualquer um.

A sudden bang may startle people walking nearby.verb

Um estrondo repentino pode assustar pessoas que estão andando por perto.

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