Meaning

Primary

Emotional Turmoil

Alternatives

Unrest, Being Emotionally Shaken

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

When your heart moves then shakes, you’re in a state of emotional turmoil or unrest.

動揺 refers to being emotionally shaken, or feeling disturbed, agitated, or unsettled.

Reading

どうよう
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

彼女の自然な美しさと魅力的な笑顔に息も出来なくなり、会議中ずっと動揺していました。

Her natural beauty and captivating smile took my breath away, and I felt flustered throughout the entire meeting.

Kanji Composition