trigger
trigger
Meaning of trigger
cause to start
den Anstoß geben, dass etwas beginnt

Pronunciation
trigger with German translation
trigger usage examples
Loud noise can trigger stress.
Lauter Lärm kann Stress auslösen.
Heavy rain can trigger landslides.
Starker Regen kann Erdrutsche auslösen.
trigger synonyms
What's the difference between trigger, set off, cause, lead to, bring about, induce, initiate, and activate
ENThe motion sensor set off the alarm.
ENThe leak caused extensive damage.
ENPoor maintenance can lead to equipment failure.
Advanced: broader words
ENThe reform brought about significant improvements.
formal; medicine and science
ENThe drug can induce drowsiness.
formally start a process
ENThe committee initiated a review of policy.
switch on a device or system
ENThe keycard activates the door lock.
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trigger belongs to the topic "Natural Phenomena →". Start with a short set of 3 words so the word is easier to remember in context.
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trigger meaning: what does it mean?
cause to start
trigger pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
trigger is pronounced as /ˈtrɪɡə/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
trigger definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Lauter Lärm kann Stress auslösen. Translation: Loud noise can trigger stress.
Is trigger part of Natural Phenomena vocabulary?
Yes, trigger can be learned in the Natural Phenomena topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is trigger part of Weather and Seasons vocabulary?
Yes, trigger can be learned in the Weather and Seasons topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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