twinge
n
1 short sudden spasm of pain (一阵)剧痛, 刺痛
an occasional twinge of rheumatism 一阵突发的风湿痛.
2 short sharp (usu unpleasant) thought or feeling; pang 一阵思绪(通常指不快的); 痛苦
a twinge of conscience, fear, guilt, regret, remorse, etc 良心、 恐惧、 内疚、 後悔、 悔恨等的一阵难受.
🗣️ 情景例句
I've been invited to give a talk at the conference.
我已受邀在大会上发言。
I ought to make a phone call.
我应该打个电话。
As she is not rich, the chances that she will ever be able to afford such purchases are remote;