당황하다(dang-hwang-ha-da, danghwanghada)
당황하다 means to feel flustered or confused due to an unexpected situation or problem.
Nuances
- Confusion and awkwardness in sudden situations
- Embarrassment or awkward feelings mixed in
- Temporary and momentary emotional state
When to use
Everyday conversation, Work situations, Exams and presentations, Emergency situations
In context
Used as a verb, usually with a human subject. It expresses an emotional state and commonly appears in forms like '당황하다 + (고)' or '당황해서'. It is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts but is more frequent in casual speech.