振 (zhèn) - To shake, to vibrate & to rouse, to excite

振Tone 4

zhèn ｜ 10 strokes ｜ radical:

丈志

振 · zhèn

To shake, to vibrate;

to rouse, to excite;

to flourish, to prosper;

to exert oneself.

To shake, to vibrateto rouse, to exciteto flourish, to prosper

Usage highlights

VibrationTo inspireTo revitalizeResonanceTo shake offTo rouse oneself

Synonyms

  • 震— To shake, to quake (more physical vibration)
  • 奋— To exert, to strive (similar motivational sense)
  • 兴— To prosper, to rise (similar flourishing sense)

Antonyms

  • 衰— To decline, to weaken
  • 落— To fall, to drop
  • 沉— To sink, to be depressed

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The earthquake shook the entire city (地震振动了整个城市).
  • He gave an inspiring speech to motivate everyone (他发表了振奋人心的演讲).
  • The company's business is thriving (公司业务振兴).
  • We must work hard to revitalize our hometown (我们要努力振兴家乡).

Collocations

  • Vibration(振动)
  • To inspire(振奋)
  • To revitalize(振兴)
  • Resonance(共振)
  • To shake off(振落)
  • To rouse oneself(振作)

Idioms

  • To rouse oneself and make a fresh start(振作起来)
  • To inspire people and lift their spirits(振聋发聩)
  • To rise vigorously(振翅高飞)
  • The sound vibrates through the forest(振林撼木)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 振 carries connotations of vitality, vigor, and positive momentum in Chinese culture.
  • Frequently used in contexts of national revival, personal motivation, and cultural rejuvenation.
  • Considered an auspicious character in names, suggesting success and flourishing energy.

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