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动

dòng

Description

"动"的意思是从一个地方移到另一个地方,或者让东西不再停着。

"动" means to move from one place to another, or to make something no longer stay still.

我们常常说"别动"、"动一动"或者"运动"。

We often say "别动" (don't move), "动一动" (move a bit), or "运动" (exercise).

Meanings

动dòng

to move; to make a movement

你别动,我给你拍张照。

Don't move, I'll take a photo of you.

动dòng

to touch or use something

这些东西你别动。

Don't touch these things.

动dòng

to stir emotionally; to be moved

他的话让我很感动。

His words moved me deeply.

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Notes

  • Nuance

    as a bare verb 动 often means "move" or "touch"; 移动 stresses changing position.

  • Etymology

    动 combines 云 (phonetic) and 力 (force), suggesting motion by effort.

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