Chinese
zhèndòng
Meaning: to vibrate; to shake; vibration
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

地震時的劇烈震動,使得家具都倒了下來。
地震时的剧烈震动,使得家具都倒了下来。
The violent vibration during the earthquake caused the furniture to fall over.
地震發生時,我們感覺到了強烈的震動。
When the earthquake occurred, we felt strong vibrations.
這場地震震動了整棟大樓。
This earthquake shook the entire building.

Usage Notes

Can refer to physical vibration or emotional shock.

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