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āi, ài

Description

“唉”是一个语气词,人们说话的时候常常用它。

"唉" is an interjection often used when people speak.

它可以表示答应别人,也可以表示难过、失望或者叹气的心情。

It can express agreement, sadness, disappointment, or a sigh.

Meanings

āi

sigh; expressing sadness or regret

唉,今天又下雨了。

Sigh, it's raining again today.

ài

yes; a reply to a call

“小明!”“唉,我在这里。”

"Xiao Ming!" "Sigh, I'm here."

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Notes

  • Nuance

    as a sigh it shows resignation or worry; as a reply it signals agreement.

  • Form

    often written at the start of a sentence, followed by a comma.

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