抑扬顿挫

yì yáng dùn cuò

HSK 7–9

Meaning

指声音的高低起伏和停顿转折，形容声音富有节奏和变化。

Modulation in tone, rhythm, or pitch, often used to describe the cadence of speech or music.

多用于描述朗诵、演讲、音乐演奏等声音的艺术表现，强调声音的变化和节奏感。

Used to describe the rhythmic and tonal variations in recitation, speech, or music, emphasizing changes in pitch and pace.

1 他的朗诵抑扬顿挫，非常有感染力。 (His recitation is full of modulation, very infectious.)
2 这段乐曲演奏得抑扬顿挫，动人心弦。 (This piece of music is played with cadence, touching the heart.)
3 演讲时要注意抑扬顿挫，才能吸引听众。 (When giving a speech, pay attention to modulation to attract the audience.)
4 老师用抑扬顿挫的声音讲解课文，同学们都听得入神。 (The teacher explained the text with a modulated voice, and the students were captivated.)
5 她的歌声抑扬顿挫，让人陶醉。 (Her singing is full of rhythm and variation, intoxicating.)

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