惊雷

Traditional: 驚雷

jīng léi

Dictionary entry

sudden clap of thunder

What does 惊雷 mean?

惊雷 (jīng léi) has the following dictionary meaning.

1sudden clap of thunder

2fig. surprising turn of events

Character breakdown

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惊jīngto startle · to be frightened 雷Léisurname Lei

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How to pronounce 惊雷

惊雷

jīng léi

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