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冲动
chōngdòng
Description
冲动的意思是一时感情很强，没想清楚就做事。
The meaning of 冲动 is a sudden strong emotion leading to action without careful thought.
我们常说"别冲动"，意思是要人冷静一点，先想一想。
We often say '别冲动', meaning to stay calm and think first.
Meanings
冲动chōngdòng
to act on impulse; impulsive
他太冲动了，做事不想后果。
He is too impulsive and doesn't think about the consequences of his actions.
冲动chōngdòng
a sudden urge or impulse
我有一种想买它的冲动。
I have an urge to buy it.
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Notes
- Etymology
冲 (rush/dash) + 动 (move/act), literally a rushing impulse to act.
- Nuance
often carries a warning tone — acting without thinking, likely to be regretted.
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