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阵
💨Intermediate
Meaning
Classifier for bursts, gusts, or waves of something that comes and goes.
💡 Memory Tip
阵 is for things that come in bursts and pass — wind, applause, pain.
Examples
一阵风
yī zhèn fēng
a gust of wind
一阵掌声
yī zhèn zhǎng shēng
a burst of applause
一阵疼痛
yī zhèn téng tòng
a wave of pain
Common Nouns Used With
风fēngwind
雨yǔrain
掌声zhǎng shēngapplause
疼痛téng tòngpain
咳嗽ké sòucough
笑声xiào shēnglaughter
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