impromptu
UK/imˈprɔmptju:/US/im'prɒmptju:/
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Definitions
adj.
Done or made without preparation or planning; spontaneous.
即兴的，即席的，未经准备的
n.
A short musical piece with an improvised character; any spontaneous performance or speech.
即兴曲；即兴之作
Root Breakdown
Loanwordimpromptuother
=impromptu
Common Collocations
- 1.impromptu speech即兴演讲
- 2.impromptu performance即兴表演
- 3.impromptu meeting临时会议
Example Sentences
- 1.
She gave an impromptu speech that moved the entire audience.
- 2.
The impromptu meeting was called to discuss the emergency.