Word
shaking
Phoneticsshak·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈʃeɪkɪŋ/
UK/ʃˈeɪkɪŋ/
Definitions
01physical movement
A2 · Elementary Countable noun
n. a quick movement from side to side or up and down.
n. an instance of vibrating, trembling, or rapid oscillation.
“The sudden shaking of the ground made everyone run outside.”
“The violent shaking of the old bridge during the storm caused the engineers to close it to traffic immediately.”
Usage
Often used with 'of' to describe the source, such as 'the shaking of the building'.
02body trembling
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun Medicine
n. when your body or hands move because you are cold, scared, or sick.
n. involuntary trembling or shivering of the body, often due to physiological or psychological stress.
“He tried to hide the shaking of his hands during the interview.”
“The patient reported uncontrollable shaking in her limbs, which the doctor suspected was a side effect of the new medication.”
Teaching tip
While 'shivering' is specific to cold or fever, 'shaking' is a more general term for any body tremor.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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