dokkiri
A sudden shock that makes the heart pound. Can be a scary surprise or a pleasant one that catches you completely off guard.
💡Used for prank shows, sudden scares, unexpected encounters, or surprising confessions.
後ろから声をかけられてどっきりした。
I was startled when someone called out to me from behind.
It was a ___ surprise when my old friend showed up at the door.
玄関に昔の友人が現れて、___とした。