碰撞
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Meaning: collision
How to Understand
碰撞
碰撞 refers to a physical or metaphorical collision between two or more objects, people, or ideas. It often implies an unexpected or accidental meeting, but can also suggest conflict or tension.
The character 碰 (pèng) originally meant to touch or bump, while 撞 (zhuàng) means to strike or collide. Together, they emphasize the impact of a sudden contact, whether literal or figurative.
In daily life, 碰撞 is used in both physical contexts (e.g., car accidents) and abstract ones (e.g., cultural or ideological clashes). It's commonly found in news reports, literature, and casual conversation to describe unexpected interactions or conflicts.
Example Sentences
两辆车在十字路口发生了碰撞。
Two cars had a collision at the intersection.
他们的观点在会议上发生了碰撞。
Their viewpoints collided during the meeting.