resounding; loud and forceful
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Meanings
1 sense · 3 examplesadjective
resounding; loud and forceful (of sound)
literaryA literary term describing sharp, metallic, or resonant sounds such as bells, swords, or rushing water. Often used in written Chinese and classical contexts.
Líng铃
shēng声
kēng铿
rán然
。
The bell rang out clearly and resoundingly.
Xī溪
shuǐ水
bēn奔
liú流
，
kēng铿
rán然
yǒu有
shēng声
。
The stream rushed along, making a loud and resonant sound.
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Bǎo宝
jiàn剑
kēng铿
rán然
chū出
qiào鞘
。
The precious sword rang out as it was drawn from its scabbard.