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Chinese
suǒnà
Meaning: a Chinese double-reed wind instrument
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example

鄉村婚禮上,師傅吹嗩吶,整個院子立刻熱鬧起來。
乡村婚礼上,师傅吹唢呐,整个院子立刻热闹起来。
At the village wedding, the musician played a loud double-reed horn, and the whole courtyard immediately came alive.

Usage Notes

This is a loud Chinese double-reed wind instrument, often heard at weddings, festivals, and processions. Its bright, penetrating sound is especially associated with traditional celebrations.

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