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咬字
yǎozì
Description
“咬字”是指说话或唱歌时，把每个字的音发得清楚。
"咬字" refers to pronouncing each word clearly when speaking or singing.
老师常常说，唱歌要咬字清楚，别人才听得懂。
Teachers often say that when singing, you must "咬字" clearly so others can understand.
Meanings
咬字yǎozì
pronunciation and articulation of words when speaking or singing
他咬字很清楚，我都听得懂。
He enunciates clearly, so I can understand everything he says.
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Notes
- Etymology
咬 'bite' + 字 'word/character', literally how one 'bites' each syllable clearly.
- Nuance
often paired with 清楚; focuses on clarity of each syllable, especially in singing or speech.
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