ce2 bei6 hon4扯鼻鼾
Jyutpingce2 bei6 hon4
Yaleché beih hòhn
Definition
To snore while sleeping.
colloquialbodydaily actions
How it's used
The term literally describes the act of pulling or dragging a snore out of the nose. It is the most common way to describe snoring in casual conversation, far more natural than the formal medical term. It often carries a slightly annoyed tone when used to complain about someone else's sleeping habits.
Examples
He snored all night and the noise kept me from sleeping at all.
Do you know that you snore when you sleep?
Related words
Common phrases
snoring very loudly
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with just breathing heavily. It specifically refers to the involuntary, often loud sound produced during sleep, so it is not used for someone who is just panting or breathing hard while awake.
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