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Which of the following best describes the sound described by the onomatopoeia 'āinái' (欸乃)?
Which of the following best describes the sound described by the onomatopoeia 'āinái' (欸乃)?
- The sound of continuous heavy rain.
- The sound of rowing or sculling a boat. (correct)
- The sound of a gentle breeze through the trees.
- The sound of a sudden explosion.
In the context of onomatopoeia, what event does the sound 'bā' (吧) typically represent?
In the context of onomatopoeia, what event does the sound 'bā' (吧) typically represent?
- Distant thunder.
- The breaking of something. (correct)
- A gentle breeze.
- A soft whisper.
What kind of sound is most accurately described by the onomatopoeia 'chánchán' (潺潺)?
What kind of sound is most accurately described by the onomatopoeia 'chánchán' (潺潺)?
- A loud, crashing waterfall.
- The rustling of leaves.
- The chirping of birds.
- The gentle flowing of water. (correct)
The sound of 'dīdā' (滴答) is commonly associated with which of the following?
The sound of 'dīdā' (滴答) is commonly associated with which of the following?
Which scenario would most appropriately be described using the onomatopoeia 'gāzhī' (嘎吱)?
Which scenario would most appropriately be described using the onomatopoeia 'gāzhī' (嘎吱)?
What auditory experience does the term 'gūdōng' (咕咚) typically represent?
What auditory experience does the term 'gūdōng' (咕咚) typically represent?
Which sense is 'hōnglong' (轰隆) most closely related to?
Which sense is 'hōnglong' (轰隆) most closely related to?
Which event is best represented by the term 'huālā' (哗啦)?
Which event is best represented by the term 'huālā' (哗啦)?
What does the term 'jiārán' (戛然) describe in terms of sound?
What does the term 'jiārán' (戛然) describe in terms of sound?
What type of animal sound does 'wāng' (汪) represent?
What type of animal sound does 'wāng' (汪) represent?
Which of the following actions would be described to have a sound of 'sou' (嗄)?
Which of the following actions would be described to have a sound of 'sou' (嗄)?
Which instrument correlates with the sound of 'tang' (膛)?
Which instrument correlates with the sound of 'tang' (膛)?
Which action does the term 'xiaoxia' (咻咻) not describe?
Which action does the term 'xiaoxia' (咻咻) not describe?
What does 'zhupuu' (啊) describe?
What does 'zhupuu' (啊) describe?
Which scenario might cause a sound with the onomatopoeia 'pilipala' (噼里啪啦)?
Which scenario might cause a sound with the onomatopoeia 'pilipala' (噼里啪啦)?
How does the provided OCR describe the sound 'wuwu' (呜呜)?
How does the provided OCR describe the sound 'wuwu' (呜呜)?
According to the OCR, what sound is generated by the term 'ya' (呀)?
According to the OCR, what sound is generated by the term 'ya' (呀)?
According to the OCR, to what type of instrument relates to teh term 'qiang' (锵)?
According to the OCR, to what type of instrument relates to teh term 'qiang' (锵)?
How would you use the sound 'Zhenzhen' (丁丁)?
How would you use the sound 'Zhenzhen' (丁丁)?
According to the resource, "lulu" (味味) can mean what?
According to the resource, "lulu" (味味) can mean what?
Flashcards
Onomatopoeia
Onomatopoeia
Sound that imitates or suggests the source's actual sound.
Ba
Ba
A sound of something suddenly breaking or snapping.
Bang
Bang
The sound of knocking on wood.
Dingdong
Dingdong
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Dong
Dong
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Hong
Hong
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Cai Cha
Cai Cha
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Gedeng
Gedeng
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Chanchan
Chanchan
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Gulu
Gulu
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Haha
Haha
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Hu
Hu
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Hua La
Hua La
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Nannan
Nannan
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Teir
Teir
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Ya
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Measure Word
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Study Notes
Onomatopoeia
- Onomatopoeia are words that imitate sounds.
Sounds Made by Objects
- Sounds of things breaking include "ba".
- Sounds of knocking on wood include "bang".
- Sounds of things bursting or throbbing can be "bēng".
- The sound of a motorcycle stopping is "cá; cha".
- Small whispers can be described as "chāchā".
- The sound of tearing cloth is "chī".
- A somersault might sound like "cī".
- Flowing water can sound like "cōngcóng".
- The sound of hooves or machine guns can be "dā".
- Striking metal can sound like "dāng".
- Heavy things falling make a "dēng" sound.
- Dripping water is "dīdā" or "dīlī".
- Metal or porcelain clashing is "dīngdang".
- Drumming or knocking sounds like "dòng".
- Car horns are "dū".
- Short, loud sounds can be "gā".
- Objects under pressure creak as "gāzhī".
- Sounds of machinery in motion are similar to "yà".
- Water or objects rolling might make a "gūlū" sound.
- Iron gates make a "hua" sound.
- Explosions or landlides might cause a "hōng" sound.
- Explosions or machinery cause "hōnglōng".
- The north wind "hū"s.
- Hail can sound like "pingpong" on rooftops.
Animal Sounds
- Ducks and geese say "gāgā".
- Hens and doves coo as "gū".
- Frogs have a "guāguā" sound.
- Cats meow ("miāo" or "mīmī").
- Sheep "mie".
- Cows "mou".
- Crows make a "wāwā" sound.
- Bees buzz ("wēng").
- Roosters "wō".
- Magpies say "zhō".
- Mice "zī".
- Ducks quack with a "guāguā" onomatopoeia.
- Small birds chirp, with "jījī" being used for baby birds.
Human Sounds
- Sounds of sorrow might be “60'áo”.
- Laughter might be "hā", "hehe", or "heihei".
- Loud laughter or shouting is "hông".
- Vomiting has a "kā" or "wa" sound.
- Coughing may be "kā".
- Mumbling is "nánnán".
- The "pā" sound represents clapping.
- Gasping or spitting might sound like “pūchī”.
- Sneezing noises might sound like "xiūxiū".
- Crying and shrieking might sound like a "wa".
Other Sounds
- Paddles make an "yīyā" sound.
- Rustling leaves create a "sūsū" sound.
- Expressing the rapid movement of ammunition there is a "ST" sound.
Measures
- Multiple measure words exist
- Different types of books: 单,部,册
- Different types of things that can be in collections: 串,幢,撮,簇,滴,叠,顶,栋,堵,段,堆,对,顿
- Types of weapons:刀,斧,
- There are measures for certain clothing items:袜子,雨伞
- Measures exist for natural phenomenon such as: 溪溝,汗,泪,沙,泥,
- Some measures are specific to things such as buildings:屋,墙
- Measures can be temporary such as:时间,故事
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