倏 (shū) - Suddenly, quickly, rapidly — describes something happening in

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shū ｜ 10 strokes ｜ radical:

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倏 · shū

Suddenly, quickly, rapidly — describes something happening in an instant or with great speed.

Suddenly, quickly, rapidly — describes something happening in

Usage highlights

Suddenly disappearSwiftly pass byInstantly changeSuddenly appearRapidly moveIn a flash

Synonyms

  • 忽— suddenly, neglect
  • 骤— sudden, abrupt
  • 顿— immediately, suddenly

Antonyms

  • 缓— slow, gradual
  • 迟— late, slow
  • 渐— gradually, little by little

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He suddenly disappeared (倏然消失).
  • Time flies by (倏忽而过).
  • The expression on his face changed instantly (倏地变色).
  • A sudden gust of wind (倏尔一阵风).

Collocations

  • Suddenly disappear(倏然消失)
  • Swiftly pass by(倏忽而过)
  • Instantly change(倏地变色)
  • Suddenly appear(倏然出现)
  • Rapidly move(倏忽移动)
  • In a flash(倏忽之间)

Idioms

  • Suddenly appearing and disappearing(倏来倏往)
  • In the blink of an eye(倏忽之间)
  • Swift as wind and lightning(倏风倏电)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in classical Chinese literature to describe rapid, almost magical transformations or movements.
  • Carries a poetic quality, suggesting the fleeting nature of time and existence.
  • Commonly appears in descriptions of supernatural phenomena or sudden emotional shifts.

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