jyun4 jeon6圓潤圆润
Jyutpingjyun4 jeon6
Yaleyùhn yeuhn
Definition
Full and mellow, typically describing a voice, or smooth and round.
- mellow, rich, and pleasing, typically of a voice
- smooth and round, of a physical object
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How it's used
Primarily used to describe the quality of a voice or musical tone that is rich, full, and free from harshness. While it can literally mean round and smooth for physical objects, it is most commonly encountered in the context of vocal performance or broadcasting. It carries a positive connotation of maturity and technical proficiency in a singer or speaker.
Examples
Their voice is so mellow and sonorous, it sounds very pleasant.
Do you think their singing voice is sonorous enough?
Related words
Common phrases
a mellow and sonorous voice
full and resonant
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a person's physical body shape, as it can sound like a euphemism for being overweight. Stick to using it for sounds or abstract qualities to avoid causing offense.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
