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蹬
dēng
Description
"蹬"这个字的意思是用脚用力地踩或者往下踏。
The character "蹬" means to press or step down forcefully with the foot.
我们常说骑自行车的时候要蹬脚踏板。
We often say that when riding a bicycle, you need to 蹬 the pedals.
Meanings
蹬dēng
to press or step down hard with the foot
他用力蹬了一下自行车。
He gave the bicycle a strong pedal.
蹬dēng
to kick out with the leg
孩子睡觉时把被子蹬开了。
The child kicked off the blanket while sleeping.
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Notes
- Nuance
蹬 stresses forceful downward foot pressure, common with pedals and stepping.
- Etymology
the 足 (foot) radical marks it as a foot-related action.
In videos
“我一蹬地就从窗户里飞走了”
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