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震动

震動
zhèndòng
verb HSK 7 #8,309

Meanings

  1. 1 to shake
  2. 2 to vibrate
  3. 3 to cause a sensation

Examples

地震震动了整个城市。
Dìzhèn zhèndòng le zhěnggè chéngshì.
The earthquake shook the entire city.
这个消息震动了全国。
Zhège xiāoxī zhèndòng le quánguó.
This news caused a sensation across the country.

Tips

usage
震动 can be physical (vibration/shaking) or figurative (causing a stir). Compare with 震撼 which emphasizes a deeper emotional shock.

Stroke Order

震 zhèn
动 dòng