动机 meaning and pronunciation

动机
Simplified word
動機
Traditional word

动机 English definition

dòng jī
  • motor
  • locomotive
  • motive
  • motivation
  • intention

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  • 动 (dòng): (of sth) to move; to set in movement; to displace; to touch; to make use of; to stir (emotions); to alter; abbr. for 動詞|动词[dong4 ci2], verb;
  • 机 (jī): machine; engine; opportunity; intention; aircraft; pivot; crucial point; flexible (quick-witted); organic; CL:臺|台[tai2];