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想起
xiǎngqǐ
Description
"想起"的意思是记起以前的事情或忘了的东西。
"想起" means to recall past events or forgotten things.
当我们突然记得某件事的时候，就可以说"想起来了"。
When we suddenly remember something, we can say "想起来了".
Meanings
想起xiǎngqǐ
to recall; to remember something
我突然想起了他的名字。
I suddenly remembered his name.
想起xiǎngqǐ
to think of; to be reminded of
看到这张照片，我想起了小时候。
Seeing this photo, I recalled my childhood.
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Notes
- Etymology
想 (to think) + 起 (up/rise), meaning a memory rises into mind.
- Nuance
often takes 来 as 想起来, emphasizing the moment of successful recall.
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