cou4 ji5嘈耳
Jyutpingcou4 ji5
Yalechòuh yíh
Definition
Noisy and jarring to the ears; deafeningly loud.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the physical sensation of sound being unpleasant or piercing to the ears. It is often used to complain about high pitched, repetitive, or overwhelming noise that makes it difficult to concentrate. Unlike general terms for loud, this carries a strong subjective feeling of irritation.
Examples
The music here is so noisy, how can we talk?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 嘈, which is a general verb meaning to be loud or to make noise. 嘈耳 acts more like an adjective describing the effect of the sound on the listener.
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