vibrate
/vaɪˈbreɪt/ · /ˈvaɪbreɪt/
CEFR level B2Topic ScienceWord #4989 in the learning path
振动；使振动
Definitions
v. To shake rapidly with small movements, or cause this movement.
振动；使振动
Example
My phone vibrated against the keys in my pocket.
手机在口袋里振动，碰得钥匙直响。
Heavy traffic can cause nearby buildings to vibrate, affecting residents' comfort and potentially damaging older structures.
繁忙的交通会使附近建筑物振动，影响居民的舒适度，并可能损坏老旧建筑。
Collocations
- vibrate gently
- vibrate rapidly
- vibrate mode
Word family
- vibration (n.)
- vibrating (adj.)
Synonyms
- shake
- quiver
Usage tip
指快速、小幅度振动，不等于大幅摇摆。
FAQ
- What does vibrate mean?
- To shake rapidly with small movements, or cause this movement.
- How is vibrate pronounced?
- UK /vaɪˈbreɪt/, US /ˈvaɪbreɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
