säikähti
Säikähti is a Finnish word that translates to "got scared" or "was startled" in English. It is the past tense of the verb säikähtää. The word describes a sudden feeling of fear or surprise, often in response to an unexpected event or sight. It implies a brief, sharp reaction rather than a prolonged state of fear.
The context in which säikähti is used can vary. It might describe a person jumping when a
For example, one might say "Hän säikähti kovaa ääntä" which means "He/She got scared by the loud