Meaning
振动 describes the physical phenomenon of rapid back-and-forth movement or oscillation. It can refer to mechanical vibrations of objects, sound waves, or any rhythmic movement around an equilibrium position. The word is commonly used in physics, engineering, and everyday contexts involving shaking or trembling motions.
Usage
振动 is used in both technical and everyday language. In technical contexts, it describes mechanical or wave phenomena. In daily life, it commonly refers to phone vibrations, vehicle vibrations, or earthquake tremors. The word can function as both a verb (to vibrate) and a noun (vibration). Native speakers often use it with devices like phones (手机振动) or to describe physical sensations.
Examples
- 01请把手机调成振动模式。.Please set your phone to vibration mode.
- 02地震时建筑物产生了剧烈的振动。.The buildings produced intense vibrations during the earthquake.
Characters
Measure words
- 次一次振动
- 种一种振动
Common collocations
- 振动模式vibration mode (on a phone)
- 产生振动to produce vibration
- 振动频率vibration frequency
- 强烈振动strong vibration
Antonyms
Origin
The word combines 振 (to shake/rouse) and 动 (to move), literally meaning 'shaking movement,' which directly captures the essence of vibrational motion.