Chinese
tántǔ
Meaning: manner of speaking; diction
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

這位教授談吐高雅,深受學生喜愛。
这位教授谈吐高雅,深受学生喜爱。
This professor has elegant diction and is deeply loved by students.
他的談吐舉止顯示出紳士的風度。
His conversation and behavior show the demeanor of a gentleman.
他這個人談吐庸俗,沒有品味。
This man's speech is vulgar and he has no taste.

Usage Notes

Refers to the choice of words and style of speech.

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