wu1 jit3嗚咽呜咽
Jyutpingwu1 jit3
Yalewū yit
Definition
To sob or whimper; to cry softly with low-pitched sounds.
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How it's used
Describes a quiet, restrained form of crying that emphasizes the sound of suppressed emotion. Unlike 喊 which is the general term for crying, this word focuses on the specific, often rhythmic, sound of someone trying to hold back tears or struggling to breathe while upset.
Examples
She is hiding in the room sobbing.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe loud, wailing, or hysterical crying, as it specifically implies a low volume or muffled sound. It is a more literary or descriptive term and is rarely used in casual, everyday speech compared to 喊 or 啜泣.
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Grammar guides
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