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Jyutpingdat6 faat3
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Definition
To happen suddenly and unexpectedly.
neutralother
How it's used
Often used in news reporting or formal announcements to describe events that occur without warning, such as accidents or breaking news. In casual conversation, it frequently appears in the phrase 突發奇想 to describe a sudden, whimsical, or creative idea that pops into someone's head. It functions as a modifier for nouns or as an adverbial element in specific set phrases.
Examples
This is a sudden situation, nobody was prepared.
Why did you suddenly get the idea to go on a trip?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe personal feelings of surprise or sudden physical movements, as it is reserved for events or situations that happen externally. For personal suddenness, use 突然 instead.
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