Impulses
Pronunciation:ˈɪm.pʌl.sɪz
EN→ZH
Quick Translations
- 冲动
- 脉冲
- 冲击
Definitions
noun
Definition
A sudden strong desire to do something.
In ZH
一种突然强烈的做某事的欲望。
Examples
- I had the impulse to buy a pet llama after seeing one on TV, but then I remembered my apartment doesn't allow llamas!
- After reading about how avocado toast is now a luxury item, my impulse was to suddenly invest in an avocado farm... until I realized I can't even keep a cactus alive.
- When I saw the clearance sale on chocolate, my impulse was to buy ten pounds. Now I have enough chocolate to last me through the next apocalypse.
Cultural Notes
In modern society, following one's impulses can be seen as both a good and bad thing. While it may lead to spontaneous fun, it often causes buyer's remorse or other regrets.
noun
Definition
A driving force or motivation behind a physical or emotional action.
In ZH
推动身体或情感行动的力量或动机。
Examples
- The impulse to dance always strikes me in the grocery store when my favorite song comes on, much to the confusion of the other shoppers!
- After the announcement that coffee now boosts your metabolism, my impulse to drink more coffee has never been stronger. I'm practically a walking caffeine advertisement!
- Feeling nostalgic, my impulse to pick up my childhood guitar led to a spontaneous jam session that scared the neighborhood cat.
Cultural Notes
Understanding impulses can help in various fields, including psychology and marketing. Businesses often try to tap into consumer impulses to boost sales.