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stir in Chinese

stir in Chinese is 暴动, 动 — stir means to mix a liquid or substance by moving an object like a spoon through it.

stir in Chinese

暴动
noun
Pronounced: bào dòng
Public disturbance or commotion; tumultuous disorder; seditious uproar.
verb
Pronounced: dòng
(transitive, dated) To change the place of in any manner; to move.

What does "stir" mean?

  1. verb To mix a liquid or substance by moving an object like a spoon through it.
    "She stirred the soup so it wouldn't stick to the pan."
  2. verb To move slightly, especially after being still, or to begin waking up.
    "The baby stirred but didn't wake."
  3. verb To provoke a strong emotion or reaction in someone.
    "The speech stirred the crowd to action."
  4. noun A commotion or strong reaction, especially in public opinion.
    "The announcement caused quite a stir in the office."
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stir in a sentence

  • She stirred the soup so it wouldn't stick to the pan.
  • Stir the paint well before you use it.
  • The baby stirred but didn't wake.
  • A light breeze stirred the curtains.

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What is "stir" in Chinese?

"stir" in Chinese is 暴动, 动. stir means: To mix a liquid or substance by moving an object like a spoon through it.

How do you pronounce 暴动?

"stir" in Chinese is 暴动, pronounced "bào dòng".

How do you use "stir" in a sentence?

Example: "She stirred the soup so it wouldn't stick to the pan." In Chinese, "stir" is 暴动, 动.

Are there other ways to say "stir" in Chinese?

Yes — Chinese has 2 translations listed for "stir": 暴动, 动.

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