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HSK
7-9

to arouse

Character Composition


Characters

Pinyin

huan4qi3 huànqǐ

Meaning


Primary

to arouse

Alternatives

arouse, arouses, arousing, aroused

Mnemonic


唤起 To arouse is 唤 to call out figuratively or literally to someone, causing them 起 to begin to wake up or do something.

Usage


这 本 书 唤起 了 他 对 旅行 的 热情。

This book aroused his passion for traveling.

这 次 事件 唤起 了 公众 的 强烈 反应。

This incident aroused a strong public reaction.

这 部 电影 唤起 了 他们 内心 深处 的 感动。

This movie aroused deep emotions within them.