打
动

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The word "打动" is formed by combining the character "打", which means to hit or strike, with the character "动", which means to move or affect. Together, they create a verb where the literal sense of striking causes movement, figuratively extending to the meaning of emotionally moving or touching someone, as if striking their feelings to provoke a response.

Example Sentences Hide

他的善良打动了很多人。

Tā de shànliáng dǎdòngle hěnduō rén.

His kindness moved many people.

这部电影打动了观众的心。

Zhè bù diànyǐng dǎdòngle guānzhòng de xīn.

This movie touched the audience's hearts.

她的演讲打动了在场的所有人。

Tā de yǎnjiǎng dǎdòngle zàichǎng de suǒyǒu rén.

Her speech moved everyone present.

这首歌曲的旋律打动了无数听众。

Zhè shǒu gēqǔ de xuánlǜ dǎdòngle wúshù tīngzhòng.

The melody of this song moved countless listeners.

他通过真诚的行动打动了原本怀疑他的人。

Tā tōngguò zhēnchéng de xíngdòng dǎdòngle yuánběn huáiyí tā de rén.

He moved those who originally doubted him through sincere actions.

Word Definition - 打动

dǎ dòng to move (to pity); arousing (sympathy); touching

Individual Character Details

打 dá, dǎ
动 dòng