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高调

gāo diào

HSK 7–9

Meaning

  • high-sounding speech
  • bombast
  • high-profile

Definition

指引人注目的、张扬的言行或态度;也指高音调的调子。

Refers to conspicuous, showy words or attitudes; also refers to a high-pitched tune.

Usage

常用于形容某人做事张扬、不低调,或用于形容某种公开、显眼的行为。

Often used to describe someone who is loud, showy, or not low-key, or to describe a public and noticeable action.

Examples

  • 1 他在会上高调宣布了自己的辞职计划。 (He loudly announced his resignation plan at the meeting.)
  • 2 这对明星夫妇一直过着高调的生活,经常被媒体曝光。 (This celebrity couple has always lived a high-profile life, often exposed by the media.)
  • 3 公司高调发布了新产品,吸引了很多顾客。 (The company launched the new product with great fanfare, attracting many customers.)
  • 4 他做事向来高调,不喜欢默默无闻。 (He has always been flashy in his work and doesn't like to be obscure.)
  • 5 她的高调作风让她在团队中显得格格不入。 (Her high-profile style makes her stand out in the team.)

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