How to Say "shaken" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “shaken” is “agitado” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
He tenido un día muy agitado en la oficina.
I've had a very busy day at the office.
El mar está agitado y no es seguro nadar.
The sea is rough and it's not safe to swim.
Llevan un estilo de vida muy agitado.
They lead a very hectic lifestyle.
Matching Endings
Remember to change the ending to 'agitada' if you are describing something feminine, like 'una semana' (a week) or 'la respiración' (breathing).
Using 'Estar'
When talking about the sea or a person's current state, use the verb 'estar' (to be) because it describes a temporary condition.
Confusing Busy with Excited
Mistake: “Estoy agitado por la fiesta.”
Correction: Estoy emocionado por la fiesta. 'Agitado' usually means restless or too busy, while 'emocionado' means happy/excited.
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