happen
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/ˈhæpən/
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/ˈhæpən/
to occur, especially without planning
Accidents happen when people are not careful.
当人们不小心时,事故就会发生。
to occur as a result of something
If you press the button, something will happen.
如果你按下按钮,就会发生一些事情。
to do or be something by chance
I happen to know the answer to that question.
我碰巧知道那个问题的答案。
used to emphasize a point, especially when disagreeing
That happens to be my favorite book you're criticizing!
你批评的那本书恰好是我最喜欢的!