Chinese

Meaning: a short, crisp sound such as a gulp, chuckle, or cluck
Part of Speech: Interjection

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Example

他喉頭咯的一聲,把藥丸吞了下去。
他喉头咯的一声,把药丸吞了下去。
A quick sound came from his throat, and he swallowed the pill.

Usage Notes

This is an onomatopoeic use for brief sounds from the throat, laughter, or a rooster. Other readings of the same character have different uses.

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