发作

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Meaning and Usage

The word "发作" (fāzuò) primarily refers to the sudden onset or flare-up of symptoms, emotions, or conditions. It is often used in medical contexts to describe attacks or episodes of illness, such as asthma or seizures, but can also describe emotional outbursts.

Common Contexts

  • Medical episodes: asthma attacks, seizures, or other sudden symptoms.
  • Emotional flare-ups: sudden bursts of anger, anxiety, or other strong feelings.

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Usage Notes

"发作" implies an abrupt and often uncontrollable event. It usually describes something negative or problematic. When used for emotions, it suggests a loss of control. It is different from "出现" (chūxiàn), which simply means "to appear" without the sudden or intense connotation.

Avoid using "发作" for positive events or gradual changes.

Example Sentences

He suddenly had an asthma attack and needed to use an inhaler immediately.

When his emotions flare up, he finds it hard to control his behavior.

The patient's condition flared up suddenly, and the doctor immediately took