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trigger

trigger

Meaning of trigger

English

cause to start

中文

引起某事开始发生

trigger

Pronunciation

British English
/ˈtrɪɡə/
American English
/ˈtrɪɡɚ/

trigger with Chinese translation

trigger usage examples

🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese

His words often trigger arguments.

他的话常常引发争吵。

🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese

Stress can trigger headaches.

压力可能会引发头痛。

trigger synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between trigger, set off, cause, lead to, bring about, induce, initiate, and activate

🇬🇧English

start something, esp. an explosion or alarm

B2often

ENThe motion sensor set off the alarm.

🇬🇧English

be the reason for something; no sudden-start sense

B2very often

ENThe leak caused extensive damage.

🇬🇧English

result in; not necessarily sudden

B2very often

ENPoor maintenance can lead to equipment failure.

Advanced: broader words

🇬🇧English

cause changes; more formal

B2often

ENThe reform brought about significant improvements.

I
🇬🇧English
induce

formal; medicine and science

B2rare word

ENThe drug can induce drowsiness.

I
🇬🇧English
initiate

formally start a process

B2often

ENThe committee initiated a review of policy.

A
🇬🇧English
activate

switch on a device or system

B2often

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?

他的话常常引发争吵。 Translation: His words often trigger arguments.

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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