darra

Darra (Swedish)
Definition: To tremble, shake, or shiver, often involuntarily. This can happen due to cold, fear, excitement, nervousness, or exhaustion. It refers to small, rapid movements typically caused by muscle contractions.

Usage:

• He darra av kyla. (He is trembling from the cold.)
• Hon darrade av nervositet. (She was shaking with nervousness.)

Synonyms and differences:

• Skaka: Means to shake more generally and can imply stronger or intentional shaking. "Darra" usually refers to a lighter, often involuntary trembling.
• Skälva: More poetic or formal than "darra", also means to tremble or quiver, often stronger or noticeable trembling.
• Darri: An informal variation/dialectal form sometimes used.

In summary, darra indicates a subtle, involuntary trembling, often emotionally or physically induced.