突发

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

The word 突发 (tūfā) describes something that happens suddenly and unexpectedly, often referring to events or incidents. It is commonly used in news reports, emergency contexts, or to describe sudden ideas or feelings.

Common Contexts

  • Sudden natural phenomena like storms or earthquakes
  • Unexpected emergencies or accidents
  • Sudden inspirations or decisions

Collocations and Patterns

Usage Notes

When using 突发, the emphasis is on the abruptness and unexpected nature of the event. It often appears before nouns describing incidents or ideas. Avoid confusing 突发 with planned or gradual events. It is more formal and often used in written or official contexts.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 突发 with 突然 (tūrán), which also means 'suddenly' but is an adverb describing the manner of an action rather than a compound noun or adjective describing an event.

Example Sentences

The sudden heavy rain caught everyone off guard.

The hospital received a report of a sudden emergency incident.

He suddenly had an idea and decided to travel to relax.