ठुनक
noun
ठुनक meaning in English
A sudden, sharp jerk or twitch; a spasm.
Detailed Explanation
A sudden, involuntary, and often painful contraction or jerk of a muscle or body part. It can refer to a physical twitch (such as in the eye or hand) or a sudden jolt caused by an external force. In colloquial usage, it may also describe a sudden, sharp movement or a jolt of surprise.
📝 Cultural Context
Commonly used in everyday Indian English to describe minor muscle spasms (like eye twitches) or sudden mechanical jolts. It carries a connotation of abruptness and lack of control.
उदाहरण वाक्य
उसकी आँख में ठुनक आ गई।
His eye twitched suddenly.
गाड़ी की तेज़ ठुनक से सबको डर लगा।
Everyone was frightened by the sudden jolt of the car.
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