Chinese
qínshēng
Meaning: sound of a stringed instrument (esp. piano or zither)
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

悠揚的琴聲從窗外傳來。
悠扬的琴声从窗外传来。
Melodious music comes from the window.
遠處傳來了悠揚的琴聲。
The melodious sound of a piano came from the distance.

Usage Notes

Refers to the sound produced by stringed instruments like piano, guqin, or violin.

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