Trembling
EN→ZH
What Does Trembling Mean?
- 颤抖
- 发抖
- 摇动
Trembling Pronunciation
ˈtrɛmblɪŋ
Trembling Definition
adjective
Definition
Shaking or quivering, typically as a result of anxiety, fear, or excitement.
In ZH
因焦虑、恐惧或兴奋而颤抖或颤动的。
How to Use Trembling in a Sentence
- When the politician saw the polling numbers drop, he was trembling like a leaf on a windy day.
- The cat was trembling after hearing the loud thunder, as if it was auditioning for a role in a horror movie.
- After winning the lottery, she was trembling so much she dropped her ticket... good thing it was a winner!
Cultural Notes
In English, 'trembling' often conveys a sense of vulnerability. While it's common to tremble when scared, it can also describe excitement, like when someone is about to meet their favorite celebrity.
verb
Definition
Present participle of 'tremble,' meaning to shake involuntarily because of fear, anxiety, or excitement.
In ZH
动词 'tremble' 的现在分词，意味着因恐惧、焦虑或兴奋而不自主地颤抖。
How to Use Trembling in a Sentence
- As she opened the door to find her surprise party, she was trembling with joy, not fear this time!
- The dog started trembling the moment he heard the word 'walk,' as if it was a magic spell.
- During the Zoom call, he was trembling with excitement to share his meme about the latest viral dance, but all he got was crickets!
Cultural Notes
The verb form emphasizes the action of trembling and can describe both physical reactions and emotional states.