happen
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/ˈhæpən/
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/ˈhæpən/
to occur, especially without planning
Accidents happen when people are not careful.
當人們不小心時,事故就會發生。
to occur as a result of something
If you press the button, something will happen.
如果你按下按鈕,就會發生一些事情。
to do or be something by chance
I happen to know the answer to that question.
我碰巧知道那個問題的答案。
used to emphasize a point, especially when disagreeing
That happens to be my favorite book you're criticizing!
你批評的那本書恰好是我最喜歡的!