Chinese
chuǎng
Meaning: to rush; to charge; to break through
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

他總是喜歡闖紅燈。
他总是喜欢闯红灯。
He always likes to run red lights.
既然你這麼有信心,那就去闖闖天下吧。
Since you are so confident, go out and make a name for yourself in the world.
他辦事有點魯,沒問清楚就直接闖進去。
He handles things a bit rashly, barging in before asking clearly.

Usage Notes

Can refer to physically rushing, forcing one's way, or figuratively tempering oneself (闖蕩) or causing trouble (闖禍).

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