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这引发了担忧 (zhè yǐnfā le dānyōu) - This causes concern

Grammar & Usage

fixed expression / sentence

neutral

How it works

This phrase literally translates to 'This triggered/caused concern'. '这 (zhè)' means 'this', functioning as a demonstrative pronoun. '引发 (yǐnfā)' is a verb meaning 'to trigger' or 'to cause', often used for negative or serious outcomes. '了 (le)' is a perfective aspect particle indicating completion of the action, and '担忧 (dānyōu)' is a noun meaning 'concern' or 'worry'. The structure is 'Subject (这) + Verb (引发) + Aspect Particle (了) + Object (担忧)'.

Sample sentences

他对未来的不确定性，引发了担忧。

His uncertainty about the future caused concern.

这项新政策可能带来负面影响，这引发了担忧。

This new policy might bring negative impacts, which causes concern.

数据显示经济增长放缓，这引发了担忧。

The data showing economic growth slowing down caused concern.

Quick facts

usage_context:Commonly used in news reports, academic discussions, or formal conversations to indicate that a particular event or situation has led to worries or apprehension. The particle '了' highlights that the concern has already been brought about.

Often used with

引发争议 (yǐnfā zhēngyì) - to cause controversy

引发关注 (yǐnfā guānzhù) - to draw attention

引发思考 (yǐnfā sīkǎo) - to provoke thought

引发恐慌 (yǐnfā kǒnghuāng) - to cause panic

引发讨论 (yǐnfā tǎolùn) - to spark discussion

Mnemonic

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Example

他对未来的不确定性，引发了担忧。

His uncertainty about the future caused concern.

这项新政策可能带来负面影响，这引发了担忧。

This new policy might bring negative impacts, which causes concern.