感动 (gǎn dòng) is a verb meaning 'to be deeply moved'—typically by something touching, kind, selfless, or emotionally powerful. The first character 感 (gǎn) means 'to feel' or 'to sense', and the second 动 (dòng) means 'to move' or 'to stir'; together, they convey the idea of an inner emotional stirring that arises in response to an experience. It’s commonly used when someone is touched by another person’s sincerity, sacrifice, courage, or compassion—not just sadness, but also warmth, gratitude, or admiration.

This word describes a profound, often quiet, emotional reaction—not fleeting amusement or casual interest, but a heartfelt resonance that may bring tears, silence, or a renewed sense of hope. It frequently appears in storytelling, speeches, news reports about heroic acts, or personal reflections. While it can be used transitively ('This story感动me'), it’s most natural in the passive or stative form: 我很感动 (I’m deeply moved), 他被她的善良感动了 (He was deeply moved by her kindness).