触发
To cause a device or system to start working; to cause a sudden reaction or event.
Examples
3 of 5不当的言辞可能会触发不必要的冲突。
Inappropriate words may trigger unnecessary conflicts.
这次经济危机是由房地产泡沫破裂触发的。
This economic crisis was triggered by the bursting of the real estate bubble.
点击这个按钮将触发自动备份程序。
Clicking this button will trigger the automatic backup program.
Word Family
Memory Tip
'触' means touch, '发' means to send out/start. Touch it to start it.
Quick Quiz
这种新型传感器非常灵敏,稍微有一点震动就会___警报。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 触发
Examples
不当的言辞可能会触发不必要的冲突。
everydayInappropriate words may trigger unnecessary conflicts.
这次经济危机是由房地产泡沫破裂触发的。
academicThis economic crisis was triggered by the bursting of the real estate bubble.
点击这个按钮将触发自动备份程序。
businessClicking this button will trigger the automatic backup program.
过敏反应通常由特定的食物触发。
formalAllergic reactions are usually triggered by specific foods.
他的玩笑触发了大家的笑点。
informalHis joke set everyone off laughing.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
触发点
trigger point
Often Confused With
引起 is general 'cause', while 触发 implies a mechanism or a sudden 'spark' that starts a process.
Usage Notes
Common in psychology (triggers), technology, and historical analysis.
Common Mistakes
Sometimes learners use it for slow processes; it is better suited for sudden starts.
Memory Tip
'触' means touch, '发' means to send out/start. Touch it to start it.
Word Origin
From '触' (touch) and '发' (to launch/emit).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
这种新型传感器非常灵敏,稍微有一点震动就会___警报。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 触发
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