hei3 dek6汽笛
Jyutpinghei3 dek6
Yalehei dehk
Definition
Steam whistle, siren, or hooter, typically found on ships or trains.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to mechanical devices that produce sound through steam or compressed air, making it distinct from general sirens or alarms. It is most commonly associated with maritime or railway contexts rather than modern electronic car horns. The sound is often described as deep and resonant, carrying over long distances.
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go3個goExamples
The ship suddenly sounded its siren, it was so loud.
Have you heard that siren sound in the distance yet?
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