shock value

Questions

What does shock value mean?

The potential of an image, action, etc. to provoke a sharp reaction, typically of a negative emotion.

How to pronounce shock value

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “shock value”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “shock value”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “shock value” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.