激发 jīfā to arouse
to arouse; to stimulate; (physics) to excite
How to remember 激发: 激 excite + 发 send out = to arouse.
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How it is used
- To arouse/stimulate/spark - 激发兴趣 (jīfā xìngqù) spark interest, 激发潜能 (jīfā qiánnéng) unleash potential, 激发灵感 (jīfā línggǎn) inspire.
- About triggering/kindling an inner state or reaction (interest, enthusiasm, potential); also the physics 'excite'.
- Contrast 激励 (jīlì, motivate people); 激发 is triggering feelings/potential/reactions.