impulse in Chinese
impulse in Chinese is 衝動 — impulse means a sudden strong urge to act, often without thinking it through.
impulse in Chinese
衝動
Pronounced: chōng dòng
A thrust; a push; a sudden force that impels.
What does "impulse" mean?
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noun A sudden strong urge to act, often without thinking it through.
"She had a sudden impulse to quit her job and travel the world."
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noun A sudden force or push that sets something in motion.
"The electrical impulse triggers the muscle to contract."
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impulse in a sentence
- She had a sudden impulse to quit her job and travel the world.
- He fought the impulse to shout back at the rude customer.
- The electrical impulse triggers the muscle to contract.
- A strong impulse from the engine pushed the small boat forward.
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What is "impulse" in Chinese?
"impulse" in Chinese is 衝動. impulse means: A sudden strong urge to act, often without thinking it through.
How do you pronounce 衝動?
"impulse" in Chinese is 衝動, pronounced "chōng dòng".
How do you use "impulse" in a sentence?
Example: "She had a sudden impulse to quit her job and travel the world." In Chinese, "impulse" is 衝動.
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