How to say "Be" in Japanese

When translating "be" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between びっくりする and 不満を持つ. In Japanese, びっくりする (びっくりする (bikkurisuru)) is typically associated with "to be surprised; to be startled" (Syllabus Level: N4) and represents Often used to express sudden surprise or shock. It's an intransitive verb.. On the other hand, 不満を持つ (ふまんをもつ (fuman o motsu)) maps to "to be dissatisfied, to have a complaint" (Syllabus Level: N3) and represents Expresses a feeling of discontent or dissatisfaction with a situation, service, or person. Often used when one's expectations are not met.. A literal translation of "be" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!