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引起反思 (yǐnqǐ fǎnsī) - to trigger reflection

Grammar & Usage

fixed expression

neutral

How it works

This is a verb-object phrase where '引起 (yǐnqǐ)' means 'to cause/trigger' and '反思 (fǎnsī)' means 'reflection' or 'to reflect'. It functions as a transitive verb phrase, taking an object (often implied or referring to a situation/event) that triggers the reflection. It is commonly used to describe an event or statement that leads people to reconsider or re-evaluate something.

Sample sentences

这部电影的情节引人深思，引起了观众对社会问题的反思。

The plot of this movie is thought-provoking, triggering the audience's reflection on social issues.

这次失败的经历引起了他对自己的职业生涯进行反思。

This failed experience caused him to reflect on his career.

他的言论引起了广泛讨论，并促使人们开始反思。

His remarks sparked widespread discussion and prompted people to start reflecting.

Quick facts

structure:Verb (引起) + Noun (反思)

usage_context:Often used in formal or semi-formal contexts when discussing consequences of actions, events, or policies.

Often used with

值得反思 (zhídé fǎnsī) - worth reflecting on

深入反思 (shēnrù fǎnsī) - to reflect deeply

引起深思 (yǐnqǐ shēnsī) - to trigger deep thought

自我反思 (zìwǒ fǎnsī) - self-reflection

引发讨论 (yǐnfā tǎolùn) - to trigger discussion

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Example

这部电影的情节引人深思，引起了观众对社会问题的反思。

The plot of this movie is thought-provoking, triggering the audience's reflection on social issues.

这次失败的经历引起了他对自己的职业生涯进行反思。

This failed experience caused him to reflect on his career.