碰
collide; meet by chance; try one's luck
Meanings
3 senses · 14 examplesverb
to collide; to bump into
Can be used for physical contact between objects, people, or body parts with surfaces.
Two people accidentally bumped into each other.
The cup he was carrying knocked over the table lamp on the desk.
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Clinking glasses is a common etiquette at Chinese dinner banquets.
I accidentally bumped my leg against the door, it hurts a little.
Don't bump into the rear wall when reversing the car.
verb
to meet; to encounter by chance
Used for unexpectedly encountering people or things.
I ran into an old classmate I hadn't seen in years at the park yesterday.
They agreed to meet tomorrow to discuss the project details.
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I happened to run into my cousin I hadn't seen in a long time on my business trip.
I didn't expect to meet you here, it's really such a coincidence.
I often run into this breakfast-selling aunt on my way to work.
verb
to try one's luck; to take a chance
informalOften used when taking a risky or uncertain action with uncertain results.
I want to try my luck and see if I can get an interview for this position.
I'll go to his house and take a chance, maybe he's just at home.
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Don't just rely on luck, you still need to make full preparations.
He decided to take a chance and sign up for this talent show.