sat1 seng1失聲失声
Jyutpingsat1 seng1
Yalesāt sēng
Definition
To lose one's voice temporarily.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the temporary loss of vocal function due to strain, illness, or excessive shouting. It is distinct from being mute or having a permanent speech impairment. Often used when someone has pushed their vocal cords to the limit during a concert or a long argument.
Examples
He screamed until he lost his voice and cannot speak today.
Did you lose your voice because of a cold?
Related words
Common phrases
to scream until losing one's voice
to talk until losing one's voice
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with being silent or choosing not to speak. It describes a physical inability to produce sound, not a behavioral choice.
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