Chinese
yízhèn
Meaning: a burst; a spell; a period of time
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

窗外傳來一陣響亮的掌聲。
窗外传来一阵响亮的掌声。
A burst of loud applause came from outside the window.
傍晚時分,一陣涼風吹過,讓人感到非常舒暢。
At dusk, a cool breeze blew by, making one feel very refreshed.
聽到這個悲傷的故事,我不禁感到一陣心酸。
Hearing this sad story, I couldn't help but feel a pang of sadness.

Usage Notes

Refers to a continuous action or state lasting for a period of time. Often used for sudden phenomena like wind, rain, or applause.

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