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口气
kǒuqì
Description
"口气"是一个常用的词，指说话时的语气和态度，也可以指嘴里呼出来的气。
"口气" is a common word that refers to the tone and attitude when speaking, and can also mean the breath from the mouth.
我们常说"口气很大"或者"口气不好"。
We often say "口气很大" (having a big mouth) or "口气不好" (bad breath).
Meanings
口气kǒuqì
tone of voice; manner of speaking
他说话的口气很客气。
He speaks very politely.
口气kǒuqì
what one's words imply; attitude
听他的口气，他好像不同意。
From his tone, he seems to disagree.
口气kǒuqì
breath (odor from the mouth)
刷牙以后口气清新多了。
After brushing teeth, the breath is much fresher.
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Notes
- Etymology
口 (mouth) + 气 (air/manner) combine to mean tone or breath from the mouth.
- Nuance
口气 often carries emotional attitude, while 语气 focuses more on grammatical/vocal tone.
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