seng1 sin3聲線声线
Jyutpingseng1 sin3
Yalesēng sin
Definition
An individual's voice; the unique quality or tone of a person's voice when speaking or singing.
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How it's used
Focuses on the quality, texture, or timbre of a voice rather than just the act of speaking. It is commonly used when discussing singers or actors to describe the specific characteristics that make their voice recognizable. While 把聲 is the most common way to refer to someone's voice in general, 聲線 adds a layer of nuance regarding the aesthetic or physical nature of the sound.
Examples
Their voice is very unique, I can recognize it as soon as I hear it.
What do you think of this singer's voice?
Common mistake
Avoid using this to refer to the volume of a voice. If you want to say someone is speaking loudly, use 大聲 instead of trying to describe their 聲線.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
