阵阵

陣陣
zhènzhèn
adverb #25,289

Meanings

  1. 1 wave after wave
  2. 2 in gusts
  3. 3 wave upon wave (of sounds, smells, sensations)

Examples

HSK 5
Yuǎnchù chuánlái zhènzhèn gǔshēng.
Waves of drumbeats came from the distance.
HSK 7-9
Zhènzhèn huāxiāng piāo lái, lìngrén xīnkuàng-shényí.
Waves of floral fragrance drifted over, refreshing the mind.

Tips

grammar
阵阵 is the reduplicated form of (a spell/burst of something). Reduplication here creates a rhythmic, wave-like repetition suitable for sensory descriptions: sounds, smells, winds.

Stroke Order

zhèn