Pronunciation: [ʃˈɒkəz] (IPA) 
The word "shockers" follows the English spelling rules where the letter "c" is pronounced as /k/ before the vowel "o". Therefore, the "c" in "shockers" makes a hard "k" sound, pronounced as /ʃɒkəz/ in IPA phonetic transcription. "Shockers" is a plural form of "shocker", which means something that is shocking or surprising. It is important to learn the correct spelling of words to ensure effective communication in written form.
Shockers, n. (plural form of "shocker")
1. Informal. Shockers refers to unexpected, surprising, or shocking events, situations, or occurrences that can evoke strong emotional reactions such as astonishment, disbelief, or even horror. The term often implies a degree of intensity or sensationalism.
2. Sports. Shockers can also refer to unexpected or surprising outcomes in competitive sports. These can include stunning victories by underdogs, unexpected defeats of heavily favored opponents, or extraordinary individual performances that defy expectations.
3. Slang. In certain contexts, shockers can be used colloquially to describe stories, news, or gossip that are particularly sensational or scandalous. Such provocative content might be intended to provoke shock, outrage, or controversy and is often shared or spread with the aim of grabbing attention or generating a reaction.
Usage examples:
- The announcement of a sudden company-wide layoff was a shocker to all the employees.
- The underdog's victory over the reigning champion in the championship match was one of the biggest shockers of the season.
- Tabloid newspapers are known for publishing shockers and attention-grabbing headlines.
- Have you heard about the latest political scandal? It's a real shocker!
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The term "shockers" is a colloquial term derived from the noun "shock", which refers to a sudden or violent disturbance or impact. The suffix "-ers" is added to imply that something is shocking or surprising. It is commonly used in informal conversations to describe shocking or unexpected events, news, or situations.
