发抖

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fā dǒu
Meaning: shiver
Example
他冷得发抖。
fā dǒu

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发抖 (fā dǒu) meaning in English
dǒu

发抖 means to shiver or tremble, typically due to cold, fear, or excitement. It describes a physical reaction where the body shakes involuntarily.

The character 发 (fā) means 'to emit' or 'to occur,' while 抖 (dǒu) means 'to shake' or 'to tremble.' Together, they convey the idea of shaking or shivering, often as a reflexive response.

发抖 is commonly used in everyday language to describe physical reactions. It can be used in both casual and formal contexts. In Chinese culture, it is often associated with emotions like fear or nervousness, and is frequently seen in literature and media to emphasize tension or anxiety.

💬 Example Sentences

他冷得发抖。
fā dǒu
He was shivering from the cold.
听到那个消息时,她吓得发抖。
fā dǒu
She trembled when she heard the news.

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