Meaning of rude awakening | Babel Free
Definitions
An unexpected discovery of an undesirable fact, especially one shattering high hopes or signifying the end of a comfortable situation.
Equivalents
Deutsch
böses Erwachen
Examples
“Mario Gomez scored twice as Manchester City were given a rude awakening by Bayern Munich in the Champions League.”
“Mums who expect blissful bonding times while baby breastfeeds and you snuggle up to take naps together are in for a rude awakening.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.