What does shiver mean?

To shake slightly because of cold, fear, or excitement A brief shaking movement caused by cold or strong emotion

How is shiver pronounced?

UK /ˈʃɪvə/, US /ˈʃɪvər/.

/ˈʃɪvə/ · /ˈʃɪvər/

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发抖；打哆嗦

v. To shake slightly because of cold, fear, or excitement

发抖；打哆嗦

n. A brief shaking movement caused by cold or strong emotion

颤抖；寒战

I shivered while waiting outside in my thin jacket.

我穿着单薄的夹克在外面等候，冻得直发抖。

People may shiver when exposed to low temperatures, as muscle movements help the body generate heat.

人在低温环境中可能会发抖，因为肌肉运动有助于身体产生热量。

常用shiver with cold或fear表示发抖原因。

What does shiver mean?: To shake slightly because of cold, fear, or excitement A brief shaking movement caused by cold or strong emotion
How is shiver pronounced?: UK /ˈʃɪvə/, US /ˈʃɪvər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.