sobresaltan
Sobresaltan is a Spanish verb that translates to "to startle," "to startle someone," or "to surprise." It is derived from the verb "saltar," meaning "to jump," with the prefix "sobre-" adding the sense of something happening suddenly or unexpectedly. The verb is commonly used to describe a sudden, involuntary reaction to a surprising or frightening stimulus.
The term can refer to both physical and emotional responses. A sudden noise might "sobresaltan" someone, causing