elektrivõnks
Elektrivõnks, which translates to "electric jolt" or "electric shock" in English, is a common term used in Estonian to describe the sensation of an unexpected electrical discharge. This phenomenon can occur through direct contact with a live electrical conductor or through induction from nearby electrical fields. The intensity of an elektrivõnks can range from a mild, tingling sensation to a severe and potentially dangerous jolt, depending on factors such as voltage, current, duration of contact, and the path the electricity takes through the body.
In everyday contexts, elektrivõnks often refers to minor shocks experienced from faulty appliances, static electricity discharge,