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“To get startled” in Japanese

Short answer
吃驚 bikkuri びっくり

To get startled in Japanese is “吃驚” (bikkuri). Full meaning: to be surprised, to be amazed, to be frightened, to be astonished, to get startled, to jump; surprise (e.g. surprise party); surprise.

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