palpitation

noun (a palpitation, palpitations; usually plural)

«palpitation» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

A feeling that your heart is beating very fast, very hard or unevenly. tree →
(informal, joking) "Palpitations" can mean strong nervous excitement or shock: "You nearly gave me palpitations!" tree →

In the lessons

In health lessons, palpitations can happen with fear, exercise, too much caffeine or illness; if they keep happening, see a doctor. In everyday talk, grown-ups joke "You gave me palpitations!" after a fright.

Examples

Too much coffee gave Mum palpitations. tree →
She felt palpitations before going on stage. tree →
The doctor checked his heart because of the palpitations. tree →
"Don't jump out at me! You'll give me palpitations!" said Gran. tree →
Palpitations after running usually settle when you rest. tree →
The scary film gave me palpitations. tree →

Note

Usually plural: "palpitations". Pronounced "pal-pi-TAY-shuns". If someone has chest pain or feels faint with palpitations, tell an adult and get help.

On Mova

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