to cause someone to do something
The news report prompted a quick response from the authorities.
新聞報導促使當局迅速作出回應。
to help someone remember what to say
The teacher gave a prompt when the student forgot the answer.
當學生忘記答案時,老師給予了提示。
to tell actors their lines when they forget
The director had to prompt the actor during rehearsal.
排練時導演不得不給演員提詞。
done quickly without delay
Her prompt reply to the email was appreciated.
她對郵件的及時回覆令人感激。
on time
Being prompt for appointments shows respect.
準時赴約體現了尊重。
words said to help an actor remember
The actor needed a prompt to remember his lines.
演員需要提詞來記住台詞。
a sign on a computer screen waiting for input
The computer showed a prompt asking for the password.
電腦顯示了一個要求輸入密碼的提示符。
exactly at the stated time
The event will start at 2 PM prompt.
活動將在下午2點整開始。