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反应
fǎnyìng
Description
当有事情发生的时候，我们的身体或心里会有一些变化，这就叫“反应”。
When something happens, our body or mind undergoes some changes, which is called a "反应".
这个词在化学课上也很常用，比如两种东西放在一起会发生反应。
This word is also commonly used in chemistry class, for example, when two substances are put together and a reaction occurs.
Meanings
反应fǎnyìng
reaction, response to something
他听到这个消息，没有什么反应。
He heard the news but had no reaction.
反应fǎnyìng
to react, to respond
她反应很快，马上就懂了。
She reacted quickly and understood immediately.
反应fǎnyìng
chemical or physical reaction
这两种东西会发生化学反应。
These two substances will undergo a chemical reaction.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
反 (back, in return) + 应 (respond), literally 'respond back'.
- Nuance
反应 = react/response; don't confuse with 反映 (to reflect or report).
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