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shēng

Description

"声"是我们用耳朵听到的东西,比如说话、唱歌或者音乐。

"声" is what we hear with our ears, such as talking, singing, or music.

它也可以用来数说话的次数,比如"叫了一声"。

It can also be used to count the number of times someone speaks, like "called out once."

Meanings

shēng

sound; voice

我听到了奇怪的声音。

I heard a strange sound.

shēng

measure word for sounds or utterances

他叫了我一声。

He called me once.

shēng

reputation; fame

他在学校很有声望。

He is very respected at school.

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Notes

  • Nuance

    声 often needs 音 to form 声音 for the everyday noun 'sound'.

  • Etymology

    originally depicts a musical stone chime and the sound it makes.

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