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刺耳
cì'ěr
Description
当声音太大、太尖或很难听的时候，我们就说这个声音很刺耳。
When a sound is too loud, too sharp, or unpleasant, we say the sound is 刺耳.
这个词也可以用来说别人的话让人听了不舒服。
This word can also be used to describe words from others that are uncomfortable to hear.
Meanings
刺耳cì'ěr
harsh or unpleasant to the ear
外面的声音太刺耳了。
The noise outside is too harsh.
刺耳cì'ěr
grating or offensive to hear (of words)
他的话有点刺耳。
His words are a bit harsh.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
刺 (to prick/stab) + 耳 (ear), literally "pricking the ear."
- Nuance
describes sound quality; can also mean words that are blunt or unpleasant.
In videos
“也就是声音比较刺耳”
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