to prod
01
刺激, 鼓励
to stimulate or encourage someone to take action
例子
The coach tried to prod the team into giving their best effort during the intense match.
教练试图激励球队在激烈的比赛中全力以赴。
The persistent parent continued to prod their child to finish their homework before bedtime.
固执的父母继续催促他们的孩子在睡前完成作业。
02
戳, 刺激
to jab or poke a person or thing with a finger, stick, or other pointed object to get their attention or make them do something
例子
She had to prod her sleepy friend repeatedly to wake him up in time for the meeting.
她不得不反复戳她昏昏欲睡的朋友，以便及时叫醒他参加会议。
The farmer used a stick to prod the stubborn cow into the barn.
农夫用一根棍子戳那头倔强的牛进谷仓。
Prod
01
a sharp implement used for poking or urging
例子
The farmer carried a prod to move the livestock.
The zookeeper used a prod to direct the animals safely.
02
a prompt or encouragement to act
例子
Her question was a gentle prod to get him thinking.
He needed a prod to complete his homework on time.
